Nottawa Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,708 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,571 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$195,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$551 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$663 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Joseph County
4
Sturgis Urban 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

St. Joseph County
3
Sturgis Urban Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 24
Feb 2 12 26
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 3 15 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 17, MI State House District 36, MI
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Schools

Nottawa Christian School
2 miles, S • 5 star
Nottawa Community School
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Covered Bridge School
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Glen Oaks Community College
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
22 miles, N • 1.4 star
Western Michigan University
25 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Three Rivers Health
9 miles, W • 3.2 star
Sturgis Hospital
11 miles, S • 3.2 star
Parkview Lagrange Hospital
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
46 miles, W • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
65 miles, N • 2.3 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
68 miles, S • 1.4 star
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