Blendon Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
7,231 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,071 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$353,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$611 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$962 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ottawa County
3
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
4
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ottawa County
2
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (66%) 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 18 25
Feb 2 12 27
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 2 15 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Libertas Christian School
3 miles, S · 1.9star
Bauer Elementary School
4 miles, E · 4.1star
Unity Christian High School
4 miles, SE · 4.6star
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Colleges

Grand Valley State University
6 miles, NE · 2.3star
Hope College
10 miles, SW · 2.8star
Grace Christian University
14 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Holland Community Hospital
11 miles, SW · 5star
Metro Health Hospital
13 miles, SE · 3.2star
Mercy Health Saint Mary's
16 miles, E · 4.1star
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Airports

Muskegon County Airport
23 miles, N · 1star
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