Marion Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,372 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,241 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$114,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$419 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$548 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Osceola County
4
Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Osceola County
5
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 20
Feb 2 13 22
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 2 43
May 3 0 54
Jun 3 0 64
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 3 6 36
Dec 2 17 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MI State Senate District 34, MI State House District 100, MI
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Schools

Marion High School
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Marion Elementary School
1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
McBain JrSr High School
6 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Mid Michigan College
21 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Ferris State University
34 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital
25 miles, W • 4.1 star
Midmichigan Medical Center-Clare
28 miles, S • 4.1 star
Midmichigan Medical Center-Gladwin
33 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
48 miles, N • 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
66 miles, SE • 1 star
Muskegon County Airport
86 miles, SW • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
88 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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