Olivet, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
1,633 332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,940 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$137,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$572 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$747 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Eaton 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

Eaton County
5
Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 23
Feb 2 11 25
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 2 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 38
Dec 2 14 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Olivet High School
<1 miles, E · 1.9star
Olivet Middle School
<1 miles, E · 2.8star
Fern Persons Elementary School
<1 miles, S · 2.8star
Bellevue Elementary School
5 miles, NW · 1.4star
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Colleges

Olivet College
<1 miles, SE · 1.9star
Kellogg Community College
15 miles, W · 1.4star
Wright Beauty Academy
16 miles, W · 1star
Albion College
17 miles, S · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Sparrow Eaton Hospital
10 miles, NE · 3.2star
Oaklawn Hospital
12 miles, SW · 5star
Eaton Rapids Medical Center
14 miles, E · 4.1star
Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
15 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
70 miles, E · 1.4star
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