Petoskey, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
5,851 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
52.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,783 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$319,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$824 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$840 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 29 20
Feb 1 20 21
Mar 2 12 29
Apr 2 4 41
May 3 0 52
Jun 3 0 63
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 9 36
Dec 2 29 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Lincoln School
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
Sheridan School
3 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Central Elementary School
3 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

North Central Michigan College
3 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Northwestern Michigan College
50 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
55 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bay Mills Community College
78 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Northern Michigan
2 miles, E • 5 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
13 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

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