Palo, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car 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
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Schools

RB Boyce Elementary School
7 miles, SW 1.9 star
Beth Haven Baptist Academy
7 miles, NW 4.6 star
North LeValley Elem School
8 miles, SW 3.2 star
Fellowship Baptist Academy
8 miles, E 3.2 star

Colleges

Montcalm Community College
11 miles, N 1.4 star
Alma College
24 miles, NE 2.3 star
Great Lakes Christian College
30 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Sparrow Carson Hospital
8 miles, E 3.2 star
Sparrow Ionia Hospital
13 miles, SW 4.1 star
Spectrum Health United Hospital
15 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
31 miles, W 2.3 star
MBS International Airport
54 miles, E 1 star
Muskegon County Airport
63 miles, NW 1 star