Ortonville, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
1,353 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$101,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$229,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$568 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$780 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oakland County
2
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
5
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Oakland County
2
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 22
Feb 2 10 24
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 11 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% 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 55%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, MI State Senate District 24, MI State House District 66, MI
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Schools

HarveySwanson Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Brandon Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Brandon High School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Sharps Academy of Hair Styling
10 miles, NW • 1 star
Port Huron Cosmetology College
10 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Lapeer Region
16 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
18 miles, NW • 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
57 miles, N • 1 star
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