Elk Rapids, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,558 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,472 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$348,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$718 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$869 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Antrim County
2
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

Antrim County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) 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 36 20
Feb 2 25 21
Mar 2 14 29
Apr 2 5 42
May 2 0 54
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 1 47
Nov 2 12 36
Dec 2 34 25

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

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Schools

Sunrise Academy
<1 miles, N · 3.2star
Lakeland Elementary School
<1 miles, SE · 4.1star
Cherryland Middle School
<1 miles, SE · 3.2star
Elk Rapids High School
<1 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Colleges

Northwestern Michigan College
13 miles, SW · 1.4star
North Central Michigan College
39 miles, NE · 1.4star
Kirtland Community College
40 miles, SE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Munson Medical Center
15 miles, W · 5star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
16 miles, S · 4.1star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
30 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
14 miles, SW · 1.4star
Delta County Airport
100 miles, NW · 1star
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