Walton Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
2,140 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,696 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$210,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$508 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$629 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Eaton County
4
Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area
5
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Eaton County
5
Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 23
Feb 2 11 25
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 3 39
Dec 2 14 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MI State Senate District 21, MI State House District 76, MI
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Schools

Olivet High School
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Olivet Middle School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Fern Persons Elementary School
3 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Parkview Elementary School
6 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Olivet College
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Albion College
17 miles, S • 2.8 star
Kellogg Community College
17 miles, W • 1.4 star
Wright Beauty Academy
19 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Sparrow Eaton Hospital
7 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Eaton Rapids Medical Center
12 miles, E • 4.1 star
Oaklawn Hospital
14 miles, SW • 5 star
Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
18 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
43 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Bishop International Airport
68 miles, E • 1.4 star
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