St. Helen, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
2,841 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,091 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$85,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$341 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$550 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Roscommon County
3
Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Roscommon County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 14 18
Feb 1 11 20
Mar 2 8 29
Apr 3 3 42
May 3 0 53
Jun 3 0 63
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 65
Sep 3 0 57
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 3 6 35
Dec 2 14 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 36, MI State House District 105, MI
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Schools

Charlton Heston Academy
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Surline Elementary School
10 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Surline Middle School
10 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Kirtland Community College
22 miles, N • 1.4 star
Mid Michigan College
32 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital
26 miles, N • 4.1 star
Midmichigan Medical Center-Gladwin
27 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

MBS International Airport
59 miles, S • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
63 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Alpena County Regional Airport
65 miles, NE • 1 star
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