Wilson Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
1,933 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,695 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$161,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$434 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alpena County
2
Alpena 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

Alpena County
2
Alpena Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 30 18
Feb 1 21 19
Mar 2 12 28
Apr 2 5 41
May 3 0 53
Jun 3 0 62
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 3 0 58
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 2 11 35
Dec 2 29 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 36, MI State House District 106, MI
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Schools

Wilson Community School
1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Thunder Bay Junior High School
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
Alpena High School
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
Ella M White School
9 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Alpena Community College
10 miles, E • 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
60 miles, W • 1.4 star
North Central Michigan College
69 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Mid Michigan College
91 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Midmichigan Medical Center-Alpena
10 miles, E • 2.3 star
Tawas St Joseph Hospital
51 miles, S • 4.1 star
Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital
58 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Alpena County Regional Airport
6 miles, NE • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
98 miles, W • 1.4 star
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