South Rockwood, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
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
1,891 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,063 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$217,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$568 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,108 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
2
Monroe Metro 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

Monroe County
2
Monroe Metro Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 24
Feb 2 10 27
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 2 40
Dec 2 9 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 6%

Schools

Fred W Ritter Elementary School
<1 miles, N 3.7 star
Chapman Elementary School
1 miles, NE 2.3 star
John M Barnes Elem School
2 miles, N 2.3 star

Colleges

Michigan College of Beauty-Monroe
13 miles, SW 1 star

Hospitals

Beaumont Hospital-Trenton
5 miles, NE 4.1 star
Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital
11 miles, SW 2.3 star
Beaumont Hospital-Taylor
12 miles, NE 3.2 star
Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
12 miles, NE 2.3 star

Airports

Toledo Express Airport
43 miles, SW 1 star
Bishop International Airport
67 miles, N 1.4 star