Onekama Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
1,408 332.4M (US)
Median Age
62.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,118 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$271,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$496 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$580 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Manistee County
3
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

Manistee County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 20
Feb 1 15 22
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 3 43
May 3 0 54
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 3 6 36
Dec 2 19 25

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MI State Senate District 32, MI State House District 104, MI
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Schools

Onekama Consolidated Schools
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Bear Lake Elementary School
5 miles, E • 2.8 star
Bear Lake High School
5 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

West Shore Community College
26 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Northwestern Michigan College
41 miles, E • 1.4 star
Ferris State University
61 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital
8 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital
31 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Munson Medical Center
39 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
40 miles, E • 1.4 star
Muskegon County Airport
84 miles, SW • 1 star
Delta County Airport
102 miles, N • 1 star
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