Saugatuck, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
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
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
751 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
75.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$118,309 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$619,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,127 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$429 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Allegan County
3
Holland Urban Area
3
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Allegan County
2
Holland Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 23
Feb 2 13 26
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 2 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 2 4 39
Dec 2 17 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MI State Senate District 20, MI State House District 38, MI
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Schools

Saugatuck Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Saugatuck High School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Douglas Elementary School
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Blue Star Elementary School
5 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Hope College
10 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Grand Valley State University
26 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Holland Community Hospital
9 miles, NE • 5 star
Bronson South Haven Hospital
19 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Allegan General Hospital
20 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Muskegon County Airport
35 miles, N • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
38 miles, E • 2.3 star
South Bend International Airport
66 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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