Portage Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
797 332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,813 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$477 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$433 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mackinac County
2
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

Mackinac County
5
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 31 16
Feb 1 20 18
Mar 2 14 26
Apr 2 5 40
May 3 0 51
Jun 3 0 61
Jul 3 0 66
Aug 3 0 64
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 3 11 34
Dec 2 29 22

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 38, MI State House District 108, MI
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Schools

Three Lakes Academy
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Engadine Schools
11 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Newberry Area School
17 miles, E • 1.9 star
Newberry Elementary School
17 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Bay Mills Community College
59 miles, E • 1.4 star
North Central Michigan College
69 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bay de Noc Community College
69 miles, W • 1.4 star
Lake Superior State University
70 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital
17 miles, E • 4.1 star
Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital
29 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Delta County Airport
71 miles, W • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
100 miles, S • 1.4 star
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