Gaines, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
487 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$131,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$544 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$584 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Genesee County
6
Flint Metro Area
6
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Genesee County
4
Flint Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) 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 24
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 10 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Gaines Elementary School
<1 miles, SW · 2.8star
Byron Area Elementary School
4 miles, SW · 2.8star
Byron Area High School
4 miles, SW · 2.3star
Byron Area Middle School
4 miles, SW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Kettering University
14 miles, E · 4.6star
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Hospitals

McLaren Flint
13 miles, NE · 2.3star
Hurley Medical Center
15 miles, E · 1.4star
Memorial Healthcare
16 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
11 miles, E · 1.4star
MBS International Airport
46 miles, N · 1star
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