Perry Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
4,176 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,330 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$168,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$532 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$937 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Shiawassee County
2
Owosso 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

Shiawassee County
2
Owosso Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 21
Feb 2 9 24
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 10 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 6%

Schools

Perry Elementary
2 miles, N 2.8 star
Perry Middle School
2 miles, N 1.9 star
Perry High School
3 miles, N 1.9 star
Morrice Area Elementary School
3 miles, NE 1.9 star

Colleges

Baker College
13 miles, NE 1.4 star
Protege Academy
14 miles, W
Michigan State University
15 miles, W 3.7 star

Hospitals

Memorial Healthcare
14 miles, NE 4.1 star
Edward W Sparrow Hospital
18 miles, W 3.2 star
McLaren Greater Lansing
20 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Bishop International Airport
25 miles, E 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
51 miles, NE 1 star