Ontwa 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 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
6,860 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,090 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$535 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$744 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cass County
2
South Bend-Mishawaka 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

Cass County
2
South Bend-Mishawaka Metro Area
5
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 24
Feb 2 11 27
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 3 13 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Edwardsburg High School
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Edwardsburg Intermediate School
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Edwardsburg Middle School
2 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Bethel University
11 miles, SW • 1.9 star
University of Notre Dame
11 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Elkhart General Hospital
8 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
15 miles, W • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
72 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
80 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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