Spring Lake, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,530 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$271,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$697 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$625 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ottawa County
3
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro 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

Ottawa County
2
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 24
Feb 2 14 26
Mar 2 8 34
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 5 39
Dec 3 19 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MI State Senate District 31, MI State House District 88, MI
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Schools

Spring Lake Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Holmes Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
St Mary's School
<1 miles, NE
Spring Lake Intermediate School
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Muskegon Community College
12 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Health Hackley Campus
11 miles, N • 5 star
Holland Community Hospital
21 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Muskegon County Airport
7 miles, N • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
36 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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