Pleasant Plains Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
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
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
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
1,936 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$31,895 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$102,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$572 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake County
3
Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake County
4
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 21
Feb 2 11 23
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 2 2 44
May 2 0 56
Jun 2 0 65
Jul 2 0 69
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 4 37
Dec 2 17 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MI State Senate District 33, MI State House District 101, MI
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Schools

Baldwin Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Baldwin Junior High School
2 miles, NE • 1 star
Baldwin Senior High School
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Ferris State University
22 miles, SE • 2.8 star
West Shore Community College
26 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Muskegon Community College
45 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital
17 miles, E • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital
22 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial
28 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital
29 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Muskegon County Airport
51 miles, SW • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
63 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
70 miles, S • 2.3 star
MBS International Airport
92 miles, SE • 1 star
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