Bad Axe, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
3,010 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,535 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$106,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$617 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Huron County
3
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

Huron County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 21
Feb 2 9 22
Mar 2 5 30
Apr 2 1 43
May 2 0 53
Jun 2 0 64
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 2 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 2 9 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Ascent High School
<1 miles, W · 2.8star
Bad Axe Elementary School
<1 miles, NW · 3.2star
Bad Axe Middle School
<1 miles, W · 2.8star
Bad Axe High School
<1 miles, NW · 1.9star
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Colleges

Delta College
52 miles, W · 1.4star
Saginaw Valley State University
52 miles, W · 2.3star
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Hospitals

McLaren Thumb Region
2 miles, W · 5star
Scheurer Hospital
14 miles, NW · 5star
Hills & Dales General Hospital
17 miles, SW · 4.1star
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Airports

MBS International Airport
57 miles, W · 1star
Bishop International Airport
69 miles, SW · 1.4star
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