Spring Arbor, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
2,385 332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,721 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$213,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$811 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$798 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
5
Jackson Metro Area
5
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
5
Jackson Metro Area
5
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 23
Feb 2 10 26
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 3 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 10 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Schools

Warner Elementary School
<1 miles, SE 3.2 star
Bean Elementary School
1 miles, E 2.8 star
Western High School
3 miles, NE 1.9 star
Western Middle School
3 miles, NE 2.3 star

Colleges

Spring Arbor University
<1 miles, W 1.9 star
Jackson College
8 miles, SE 1.4 star
Albion College
10 miles, NW 2.8 star

Hospitals

Henry Ford Allegiance Health
9 miles, E 3.2 star
Eaton Rapids Medical Center
21 miles, N 4.1 star
Hillsdale Hospital
21 miles, SW 3.2 star
Oaklawn Hospital
21 miles, NW 5 star

Airports

Toledo Express Airport
58 miles, S 1 star