Mattawan, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,615 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,026 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$177,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$702 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$845 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Van Buren County
3
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

Van Buren County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 25
Feb 2 14 28
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 4 41
Dec 2 17 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 8%

Schools

Mattawan Middle School
<1 miles, SW 3.2 star
Mattawan High School
<1 miles, W 1.9 star

Colleges

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
6 miles, E 1.4 star
Western Michigan University
10 miles, E 2.8 star

Hospitals

Bronson Lakeview Hospital
5 miles, NW 4.1 star
Bronson Methodist Hospital
12 miles, E 4.1 star
Borgess Medical Center
14 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

South Bend International Airport
44 miles, SW 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
48 miles, NE 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
70 miles, N 1 star