Grant Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
3,335 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,829 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$208,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$546 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$482 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Newaygo 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

Newaygo County
2
Michigan
3
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) 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 17 23
Feb 2 12 25
Mar 2 7 33
Apr 3 2 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 3 0 65
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 4 38
Dec 2 15 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Grant Middle School
3 miles, W · 1.9star
Grant Learning Center
3 miles, W · 3.2star
Grant High School
3 miles, W · 2.3star

Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Michigan
22 miles, S · 1star
Muskegon Community College
23 miles, W · 1.4star
Kuyper College
24 miles, S · 1.4star

Hospitals

Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial
13 miles, NW · 4.1star
Mercy Health Hackley Campus
26 miles, W · 5star

Airports

Muskegon County Airport
27 miles, W · 1star