Wawatam Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
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
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
566 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$217,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$719 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$627 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
38.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Emmet County
2
Petoskey Urban Area
2
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Emmet County
2
Petoskey Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 26 19
Feb 1 19 19
Mar 2 11 26
Apr 2 4 40
May 3 0 52
Jun 3 0 61
Jul 3 0 66
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 3 0 57
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 3 8 36
Dec 2 25 25

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 37, MI State House District 107, MI
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Schools

Mackinaw City K12 School
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
St Ignace ElementaryMiddle School
9 miles, NE • 2.8 star
LaSalle High School
9 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Gros Cap School
10 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

North Central Michigan College
27 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bay Mills Community College
50 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Lake Superior State University
56 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Northwestern Michigan College
78 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Northern Michigan
26 miles, SW • 5 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
38 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Alpena County Regional Airport
75 miles, SE • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
79 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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