Pennfield charter Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
8,726 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,516 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$151,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$527 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$833 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Calhoun County
6
Battle Creek Metro Area
6
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Calhoun County
5
Battle Creek Metro Area
5
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 24
Feb 2 11 26
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 2 14 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MI State Senate District 18, MI State House District 44, MI
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Schools

Pennfield Middle School
1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Pennfield Dunlap Elementary
1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Pennfield Senior High School
1 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Kellogg Community College
4 miles, W • 1.4 star
Wright Beauty Academy
7 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
5 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Oaklawn Hospital
11 miles, SE • 5 star
Sparrow Eaton Hospital
19 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
40 miles, N • 2.3 star
South Bend International Airport
77 miles, W • 1.4 star
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