Munising, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
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
1,907 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$112,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$532 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$612 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alger County
1
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

Alger County
1
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 36 17
Feb 2 25 18
Mar 2 21 27
Apr 2 9 39
May 3 1 50
Jun 3 0 59
Jul 3 0 65
Aug 3 0 64
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 3 45
Nov 3 15 33
Dec 2 35 22

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 38, MI State House District 109, MI
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Schools

William G Mather Elementary School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Munising High and Middle School
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Munising Baptist School
3 miles, S • 5 star
Superior Central School
18 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Northern Michigan University
38 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Bay de Noc Community College
51 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bay Mills Community College
96 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital
37 miles, S • 4.1 star
Marquette General Hospital
38 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Bell Hospital
51 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Delta County Airport
54 miles, SW • 1 star
Ford Airport
83 miles, W • 1 star
Houghton County Memorial Airport
102 miles, NW • 1 star
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