Sylvan Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
951 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,857 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$539 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Osceola County
4
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

Osceola County
5
Michigan
3
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) 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 20
Feb 2 13 22
Mar 2 7 31
Apr 3 1 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 3 0 64
Jul 3 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 5 37
Dec 2 16 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Muskegon River Youth Home
<1 miles, W · 2.3star
Pineview Homes
6 miles, W · 2.3star
Evart Middle School
7 miles, W · 1.4star
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Colleges

Mid Michigan College
19 miles, E · 1.4star
Ferris State University
24 miles, SW · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Midmichigan Medical Center-Clare
20 miles, SE · 4.1star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
60 miles, N · 1.4star
MBS International Airport
60 miles, SE · 1star
Muskegon County Airport
77 miles, W · 1star
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