Ravenna, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,472 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,233 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$191,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$496 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$668 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Muskegon County
4
Muskegon-Norton Shores Metro Area
4
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Muskegon County
6
Muskegon-Norton Shores Metro Area
6
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 23
Feb 2 12 25
Mar 2 7 34
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 4 39
Dec 2 16 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 6%

Schools

Beechnau Elementary School
<1 miles, NE 2.8 star
Ravenna High School
1 miles, N 1.9 star
Ravenna Middle School
1 miles, N 1.4 star

Colleges

Muskegon Community College
14 miles, NW 1.4 star
Grand Valley State University
16 miles, S 2.3 star

Hospitals

Mercy Health Hackley Campus
15 miles, NW 5 star
Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial
19 miles, N 4.1 star
Spectrum Health-Butterworth Campus
20 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Muskegon County Airport
15 miles, W 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
30 miles, SE 2.3 star