Vanderbilt, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
398 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$106,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$295 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$588 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Otsego County
2
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

Otsego County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 30 18
Feb 1 21 19
Mar 2 12 28
Apr 2 5 42
May 3 0 53
Jun 3 0 63
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 3 0 58
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 3 11 35
Dec 2 30 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 36, MI State House District 105, MI
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Schools

Vanderbilt Area School
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Gaylord High SchoolVoc Bldg
7 miles, SW • 1.9 star
North Ohio Elementary School
7 miles, SW • 2.3 star
St Mary Cathedral School
8 miles, SW • 5 star
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Colleges

North Central Michigan College
21 miles, N • 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
38 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Northwestern Michigan College
52 miles, W • 1.4 star
Alpena Community College
60 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Northern Michigan
22 miles, N • 5 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
32 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital
33 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
53 miles, W • 1.4 star
Alpena County Regional Airport
54 miles, SE • 1 star
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