Wexford County, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
33,868 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,123 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$494 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$713 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cadillac Urban Area
4
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

Cadillac Urban Area
4
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 19
Feb 1 13 21
Mar 2 8 29
Apr 2 2 43
May 2 0 54
Jun 3 0 63
Jul 2 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 3 0 46
Nov 2 6 35
Dec 2 17 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 5%

Schools

Forest View Elementary School
7 miles, SW 4.1 star
St Ann School
9 miles, SE
Floyd M Jewett Elem School
9 miles, NW 1.9 star

Colleges

Northwestern Michigan College
30 miles, N 1.4 star
West Shore Community College
44 miles, W 1.4 star
Ferris State University
45 miles, S 2.8 star

Hospitals

Munson Medical Center
30 miles, N 5 star
Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital
31 miles, S 4.1 star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
34 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
28 miles, N 1.4 star
Muskegon County Airport
87 miles, SW 1 star
MBS International Airport
92 miles, SE 1 star