Ransom Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
864 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$482 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$602 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hillsdale County
2
Hillsdale 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

Hillsdale County
2
Hillsdale Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 9 23
Feb 2 8 26
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 8 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 16, MI State House District 35, MI
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Schools

Waldron Middle School
7 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Waldron Area Schools
7 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Waldron Elementary School
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Northwest State Community College
26 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Hillsdale Hospital
11 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Toledo Express Airport
40 miles, SE • 1 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
65 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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