Tekonsha, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
579 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,679 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$90,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$462 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$504 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Calhoun County
6
Battle Creek Metro Area
6
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Calhoun County
5
Battle Creek Metro Area
5
Michigan
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) 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 14 23
Feb 2 10 25
Mar 2 5 35
Apr 2 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 2 39
Dec 2 12 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Tekonsha Schools
<1 miles, S · 1.9star
Union City Elementary School
8 miles, W · 1.4star
Union City High School
8 miles, W · 1.9star

Colleges

Albion College
16 miles, E · 2.8star
Wright Beauty Academy
18 miles, N · 1star

Hospitals

Oaklawn Hospital
12 miles, NE · 5star
Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
19 miles, N · 4.1star
Hillsdale Hospital
22 miles, SE · 3.2star

Airports

Toledo Express Airport
70 miles, SE · 1star