Rudyard Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
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
1,079 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,888 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$129,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$382 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$557 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chippewa County
2
Sault Ste. Marie 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

Chippewa County
2
Sault Ste. Marie Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 28 16
Feb 1 18 18
Mar 2 12 25
Apr 2 4 39
May 3 0 51
Jun 3 0 60
Jul 3 0 65
Aug 3 0 64
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 1 44
Nov 3 11 33
Dec 2 27 22

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 37, MI State House District 108, MI
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Schools

EUPISD Learning Center
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
Rudyard Area Schools
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Bay Mills Community College
16 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Lake Superior State University
23 miles, NE • 1.9 star
North Central Michigan College
61 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Alpena Community College
97 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Chippewa County War Memorial Hospital
23 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Helen Newberry Joy Hospital
44 miles, NW • 4.1 star
McLaren Northern Michigan
61 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Alpena County Regional Airport
94 miles, S • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
112 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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