Putnam Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
7,872 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,165 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$310,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$635 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$980 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Livingston County
1
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
5
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Livingston County
1
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 23
Feb 2 9 25
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 3 1 47
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 1 39
Dec 2 9 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MI State Senate District 22, MI State House District 50, MI
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Schools

Light of the World Academy
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Pinckney Community High School
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Farley Hill Elementary School
3 miles, E • 2.8 star
Pathfinder School
3 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Cleary University
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
17 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

St Joseph Mercy Chelsea
11 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
36 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
61 miles, S • 1 star
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