State Senate District 37, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
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
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
261,716 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,703 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$259,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$548 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$838 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 30 19
Feb 1 20 20
Mar 2 12 28
Apr 2 4 41
May 3 0 52
Jun 3 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 3 0 58
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 3 10 36
Dec 2 29 25

Hazards

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 5%

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Congressional District 1, MI State House District 107, MI
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Schools

Harbor Springs Middle School
12 miles, S • 3.7 star
Shay Elementary School
12 miles, S • 3.7 star
Harbor Springs High School
12 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

North Central Michigan College
17 miles, S • 1.4 star
Northwestern Michigan College
61 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bay Mills Community College
65 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
71 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Northern Michigan
16 miles, S • 5 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
20 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
63 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Alpena County Regional Airport
83 miles, SE • 1 star
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