Jamestown charter Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
9,839 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$115,727 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$413,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$644 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$963 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ottawa County
3
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
4
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ottawa County
2
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) 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 18 24
Feb 2 13 26
Mar 2 7 35
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 4 40
Dec 2 16 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Forest Grove Elementary School
1 miles, W · 4.6star
Riley Street Middle School
2 miles, N · 3.7star

Colleges

Grace Christian University
11 miles, NE · 1.4star
Grand Valley State University
11 miles, N · 2.3star

Hospitals

Metro Health Hospital
7 miles, E · 3.2star
Mercy Health Saint Mary's
14 miles, NE · 4.1star

Airports

Muskegon County Airport
32 miles, N · 1star