Pellston, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
834 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,464 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$117,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$358 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$779 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Emmet County
2
Petoskey Urban Area
2
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Emmet County
2
Petoskey Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 28 20
Feb 1 20 20
Mar 2 11 28
Apr 2 4 41
May 3 0 52
Jun 3 0 61
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 3 8 37
Dec 2 26 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 37, MI State House District 107, MI
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Schools

Pellston MiddleHigh School
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Pellston Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Alanson Public School
7 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

North Central Michigan College
16 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bay Mills Community College
63 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
66 miles, S • 1.4 star
Northwestern Michigan College
67 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Northern Michigan
15 miles, SW • 5 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
29 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Alpena County Regional Airport
68 miles, SE • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
68 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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