Sherman Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
3,449 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,805 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$243,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$588 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$943 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Joseph County
4
Sturgis Urban 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

St. Joseph County
3
Sturgis Urban Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 14 23
Feb 2 11 26
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 3 13 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 17, MI State House District 36, MI
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Schools

Pathfinder Educational Center
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
Nottawa Christian School
4 miles, NE • 5 star
Nottawa Community School
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Glen Oaks Community College
2 miles, N • 1.4 star
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
27 miles, N • 1.4 star
Goshen College
27 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Sturgis Hospital
6 miles, S • 3.2 star
Three Rivers Health
10 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Parkview Lagrange Hospital
15 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
44 miles, W • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
63 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
70 miles, N • 2.3 star
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