North Branch, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
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
1,199 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$121,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$496 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$642 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lapeer County
2
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn 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

Lapeer County
2
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 22
Feb 2 8 23
Mar 2 4 32
Apr 3 1 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 3 0 65
Jul 3 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 2 38
Dec 2 9 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, MI State Senate District 26, MI State House District 98, MI
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Schools

North Branch Middle School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Ruth Fox Middle School
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
North Branch High School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
North Branch Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Mott Community College
28 miles, W • 1.4 star
University of Michigan-Flint
29 miles, W • 2.3 star
Kettering University
30 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Marlette Regional Hospital
9 miles, NE • 4.1 star
McLaren Lapeer Region
13 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Caro Center
21 miles, N
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
33 miles, W • 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
49 miles, NW • 1 star
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