Oceana County, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
26,788 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,624 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$502 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$588 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 21
Feb 2 13 23
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 3 2 44
May 3 0 54
Jun 3 0 64
Jul 3 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 4 36
Dec 2 18 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MI State Senate District 32, MI State House District 102, MI
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Schools

Shelby High School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Thomas Read Elementary School
5 miles, E • 2.3 star
Shelby Middle School
6 miles, E • 1.4 star

Colleges

Muskegon Community College
28 miles, S • 1.4 star
West Shore Community College
29 miles, NE • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital
24 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial
28 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mercy Health Hackley Campus
29 miles, S • 5 star

Airports

Muskegon County Airport
32 miles, S • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
69 miles, S • 2.3 star
Cherry Capital Airport
90 miles, NE • 1.4 star