Norton Shores, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
25,000 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,390 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$214,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$612 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,039 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Muskegon County
4
Muskegon-Norton Shores Metro Area
4
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Muskegon County
6
Muskegon-Norton Shores Metro Area
6
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 23
Feb 2 13 25
Mar 2 7 34
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 4 39
Dec 2 17 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MI State Senate District 32, MI State House District 88, MI
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Schools

Ross Park Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Churchill Elementary School
2 miles, W • 3.7 star
Mona Shores High School
2 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Muskegon Community College
6 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Health Hackley Campus
4 miles, N • 5 star
Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial
25 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Muskegon County Airport
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
41 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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