Monroe, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
20,330 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,532 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$161,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$765 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
2
Monroe Metro Area
2
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
2
Monroe Metro Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 24
Feb 2 9 27
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 3 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 2 40
Dec 2 9 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 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 16, MI State House District 30, MI
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Schools

Arborwood Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 1 star
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Colleges

Monroe County Community College
4 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Beaumont Hospital-Trenton
16 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mercy St Vincent Medical Center
19 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Mercy St Anne Hospital
20 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Toledo Express Airport
32 miles, SW • 1 star
Bishop International Airport
75 miles, N • 1.4 star
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