Elsie, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
951 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$107,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$487 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$475 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clinton County
4
Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area
5
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Clinton County
3
Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) 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 12 22
Feb 2 9 25
Mar 2 4 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 9 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

EE Knight Elementary School
<1 miles, NW · 3.7star
OvidElsie Middle School
3 miles, S · 3.2star
OvidElsie High School
3 miles, SW · 1.9star
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Colleges

Baker College
13 miles, SE · 1.4star
Alma College
25 miles, N · 2.3star
Douglas J Aveda Institute
25 miles, SW · 1.4star
Michigan State University
25 miles, SW · 3.7star
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Hospitals

Sparrow Clinton Hospital
11 miles, W · 3.2star
Memorial Healthcare
12 miles, SE · 4.1star
Sparrow Carson Hospital
24 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
34 miles, SE · 1.4star
MBS International Airport
34 miles, NE · 1star
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