Paradise 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 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
5,007 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$244,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$503 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$785 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Grand Traverse County
3
Traverse City Metro Area
3
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Grand Traverse County
2
Traverse City Metro Area
2
Michigan
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) 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 29 20
Feb 1 19 21
Mar 2 11 30
Apr 3 4 43
May 3 0 54
Jun 3 0 64
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 1 47
Nov 3 9 35
Dec 2 25 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Kingsley Area High School
2 miles, NW · 1.9star
Kingsley Area Elementary School
2 miles, NW · 4.1star
Kingsley Area Middle School
2 miles, NW · 3.7star
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Colleges

Northwestern Michigan College
14 miles, N · 1.4star
Kirtland Community College
39 miles, E · 1.4star
Mid Michigan College
56 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Munson Medical Center
14 miles, N · 5star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
19 miles, E · 4.1star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
12 miles, N · 1.4star
MBS International Airport
101 miles, S · 1star
Alpena County Regional Airport
101 miles, E · 1star
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