Traverse City Metro Area, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
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
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
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
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
154,657 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,495 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$286,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$558 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$995 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.7% 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 32 20
Feb 1 21 21
Mar 2 12 30
Apr 2 4 42
May 3 0 53
Jun 3 0 63
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
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 54%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 37, MI State House District 103, MI
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Schools

The Leelanau School
4 miles, W • 4.6 star
Glen Lake Community School
7 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Leland Public School
9 miles, E • 2.8 star
St Mary School
10 miles, E • 5 star
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Colleges

Northwestern Michigan College
20 miles, SE • 1.4 star
North Central Michigan College
54 miles, E • 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
64 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Munson Medical Center
19 miles, S • 5 star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
39 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
40 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
22 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Delta County Airport
78 miles, NW • 1 star
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