Mason, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
8,239 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,521 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$194,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$699 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$944 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ingham County
6
Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area
5
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ingham County
4
Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 22
Feb 2 10 25
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 1 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 10 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MI State Senate District 21, MI State House District 73, MI
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Schools

Steele Street Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Mason High School
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Mason Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Protege Academy
10 miles, N
Michigan State University
11 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Greater Lansing
10 miles, N • 4.1 star
Edward W Sparrow Hospital
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
Eaton Rapids Medical Center
12 miles, W • 4.1 star
Sparrow Eaton Hospital
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
44 miles, E • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
59 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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