Omena, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
240 332.4M (US)
Median Age
73.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
63.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$113,611 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$542,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$579 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,029 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Leelanau County
2
Traverse City Metro Area
3
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Leelanau County
1
Traverse City Metro Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 31 21
Feb 1 21 22
Mar 2 12 30
Apr 2 5 42
May 3 0 53
Jun 3 0 63
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 3 11 37
Dec 2 31 27

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 5%

Schools

Northport Public School
5 miles, N 2.8 star
Suttons Bay Virtual School
7 miles, SW 1.9 star
Suttons Bay Elementary School
7 miles, SW 1.4 star

Colleges

Northwestern Michigan College
20 miles, S 1.4 star
North Central Michigan College
38 miles, E 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
54 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Munson Medical Center
21 miles, SW 5 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
24 miles, NE 4.1 star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
31 miles, S 4.1 star
McLaren Northern Michigan
37 miles, E 5 star

Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
22 miles, S 1.4 star
Delta County Airport
86 miles, NW 1 star