Home Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
286 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$463 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$579 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) 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 21 21
Feb 2 13 23
Mar 2 8 32
Apr 3 2 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 3 0 65
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 5 37
Dec 2 20 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Baldwin Elementary School
10 miles, N · 1.9star
Baldwin Junior High School
10 miles, N · 1star
Baldwin Senior High School
10 miles, N · 3.7star
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Colleges

Ferris State University
13 miles, SE · 2.8star
West Shore Community College
35 miles, NW · 1.4star
Muskegon Community College
43 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial
24 miles, SW · 4.1star
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Airports

Muskegon County Airport
49 miles, SW · 1star
Cherry Capital Airport
68 miles, NE · 1.4star
MBS International Airport
84 miles, SE · 1star
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