Wakefield, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
1,789 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,413 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$71,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$397 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$431 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gogebic County
1
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

Gogebic County
2
Michigan
3
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (45%) 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 34 12
Feb 1 22 15
Mar 2 21 24
Apr 3 8 39
May 3 1 51
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 65
Aug 3 0 64
Sep 4 0 55
Oct 4 4 43
Nov 3 19 30
Dec 2 33 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

WakefieldMarenisco School
<1 miles, NW · 1.9star
Washington School
5 miles, NW · 2.3star
AD Johnston JrSr High School
6 miles, NW · 1.4star
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Colleges

Gogebic Community College
11 miles, W · 1.4star
Northland College
45 miles, NW · 1.9star
Nicolet Area Technical College
65 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Aspirus Ironwood Hospital
8 miles, NW · 4.1star
Howard Young Medical Center
42 miles, S · 4.1star
Flambeau Hospital
45 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Airports

Ford Airport
98 miles, SE · 1star
Duluth International Airport
110 miles, NW · 1star
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