Mecosta, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
509 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,069 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$92,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$328 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$496 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mecosta County
6
Big Rapids Urban Area
6
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mecosta County
2
Big Rapids Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 21
Feb 2 12 23
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 3 2 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 4 37
Dec 2 18 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Mecosta Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Mosaic School
5 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Chippewa Hills High School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Chippewa Hills Intermediate School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Ferris State University
14 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Central Michigan University
23 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital
13 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital
23 miles, N • 4.1 star
McLaren Central Michigan
24 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
53 miles, SW • 2.3 star
MBS International Airport
58 miles, SE • 1 star
Muskegon County Airport
59 miles, W • 1 star
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