Shaftsburg, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
498 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,054 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$235,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$565 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$684 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Shiawassee County
2
Owosso 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

Shiawassee County
2
Owosso Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 23
Feb 2 10 25
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 2 2 47
May 2 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 2 39
Dec 2 11 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MI State Senate District 28, MI State House District 75, MI
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Schools

Perry Elementary
4 miles, E • 2.8 star
Perry High School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Perry Middle School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Laingsburg High School
5 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Protege Academy
10 miles, W
Michigan State University
10 miles, W • 3.7 star
Douglas J Aveda Institute
10 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Edward W Sparrow Hospital
13 miles, W • 3.2 star
McLaren Greater Lansing
15 miles, W • 4.1 star
Memorial Healthcare
15 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
30 miles, E • 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
51 miles, NE • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
62 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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