State House District 42, MI
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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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
91,512
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
33.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$85,804
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$232,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$579
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$880
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Michigan
3
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 18 | 24 |
| Feb | 2 | 12 | 27 |
| Mar | 2 | 6 | 35 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 3 | 3 | 40 |
| Dec | 2 | 16 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 52%Schools
Cooper Elementary School
2 miles, S
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4.6
Gilkey Elementary School
3 miles, N
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3.7
Plainwell Middle School
3 miles, N
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2.8
Plainwell High School
3 miles, N
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1.9
Colleges
Ross Medical Education Center-Kalamazoo
7 miles, SW
Kalamazoo College
8 miles, S
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2.8
Western Michigan University
8 miles, S
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2.8
Hospitals
Borgess Medical Center
7 miles, S
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4.1
Bronson Methodist Hospital
8 miles, S
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4.1
Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital
8 miles, S
Allegan General Hospital
14 miles, NW
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3.2
Airports
Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport
12 miles, S
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1
Gerald R Ford International Airport
34 miles, NE
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2.3
South Bend International Airport
59 miles, SW
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1.4
Capital Region International Airport
60 miles, E
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1