Palo, MI
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
3/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
409
332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$34,403
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
50 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$92,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$610
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$488
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Ionia County
3
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood 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
Ionia County
2
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 16 | 23 |
| Feb | 2 | 12 | 25 |
| Mar | 2 | 7 | 34 |
| Apr | 3 | 2 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 3 | 4 | 39 |
| Dec | 2 | 14 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.
Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 61%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, MI State Senate District 33, MI State House District 78, MISchools
RB Boyce Elementary School
7 miles, SW
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1.9
Beth Haven Baptist Academy
7 miles, NW
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4.6
North LeValley Elem School
8 miles, SW
•
3.2
Fellowship Baptist Academy
8 miles, E
•
3.2
Colleges
Montcalm Community College
11 miles, N
•
1.4
School of Missionary Aviation Technology
12 miles, SW
Alma College
24 miles, NE
•
2.3
Great Lakes Christian College
30 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Sheridan Community Hospital
8 miles, N
Sparrow Carson Hospital
8 miles, E
•
3.2
Sparrow Ionia Hospital
13 miles, SW
•
4.1
Spectrum Health United Hospital
15 miles, NW
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4.1
Airports
Capital Region International Airport
31 miles, S
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1
Gerald R Ford International Airport
31 miles, W
•
2.3
MBS International Airport
54 miles, E
•
1
Muskegon County Airport
63 miles, NW
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1