Otsego, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
4,079 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,944 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$155,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$488 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$868 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Allegan County
3
Holland Urban 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

Allegan County
2
Holland Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 23
Feb 2 14 26
Mar 2 7 35
Apr 2 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 5 40
Dec 2 18 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Schools

Washington Street Elementary School
<1 miles, NW 4.1 star
Otsego High School
<1 miles, W 1.4 star
Otsego Middle School
<1 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Kalamazoo College
13 miles, S 2.8 star
Western Michigan University
13 miles, S 2.8 star

Hospitals

Allegan General Hospital
9 miles, NW 3.2 star
Borgess Medical Center
13 miles, S 4.1 star
Bronson Methodist Hospital
13 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
31 miles, NE 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
56 miles, N 1 star
South Bend International Airport
61 miles, SW 1.4 star