Ronald Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
1,854 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,198 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$158,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$578 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$494 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ionia County
3
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood 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

Ionia County
2
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 23
Feb 2 12 25
Mar 2 6 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 14 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 6%

Schools

RB Boyce Elementary School
4 miles, W 1.9 star
North LeValley Elem School
5 miles, SW 3.2 star
Haynor School
6 miles, SW 3.2 star
Jefferson School
7 miles, SW 2.8 star

Colleges

Montcalm Community College
13 miles, N 1.4 star
Alma College
27 miles, NE 2.3 star
Kuyper College
29 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Sparrow Ionia Hospital
10 miles, SW 4.1 star
Sparrow Carson Hospital
11 miles, E 3.2 star
Spectrum Health United Hospital
14 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
29 miles, W 2.3 star
MBS International Airport
57 miles, E 1 star
Muskegon County Airport
62 miles, NW 1 star