State Senate District 8, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
261,082 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,870 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$241,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$628 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$989 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.0% 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 10 24
Feb 2 8 26
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 3 1 47
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 7 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.

Liberal (67%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 27%
Hillary Clinton 69%
Other 4%

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Congressional District 11, MI State House District 6, MI
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Schools

Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Casa
<1 miles, S
Burton Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Key Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
45 miles, N • 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
70 miles, SW • 1 star
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