State Senate District 17, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
270,345 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,666 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$176,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$505 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$692 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.0% 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 15 24
Feb 2 11 26
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 2 1 48
May 3 0 58
Jun 3 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 3 40
Dec 2 14 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

Schools

Marcellus High School
4 miles, NE 2.3 star
Marcellus Elementary School
4 miles, NE 1.9 star
Volinia Outcome Base School
5 miles, NW 3.2 star

Colleges

Southwestern Michigan College
11 miles, W 1.4 star
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
20 miles, NE 1.4 star
Glen Oaks Community College
20 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Three Rivers Health
11 miles, SE 3.2 star
Bronson Lakeview Hospital
17 miles, N 4.1 star
Elkhart General Hospital
22 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

South Bend International Airport
30 miles, W 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
65 miles, NE 2.3 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
77 miles, S 1.4 star