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Big Rapids, MI
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Population: 9,105
Home Price: $105,500
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Overview
Big Rapids is a small town in the state of Michigan with a population of 9,105. Big Rapids has a four seasons climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(C) Average
Safety Rating:
(C) Average
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
13.0 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Big Rapids, MI
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Big Rapids
Michigan
United States
Per Capita Income
$16,767
$31,154
$32,693
Median Household Income
$29,239
$57,833
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
7.0%
6.1%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
22.9%
10.5%
10.5%
Age
Big Rapids
Michigan
United States
Median Age
22.0
42.6
42.3
Gender
Big Rapids
Michigan
United States
Male
53.7%
49.2%
49.8%
Female
46.3%
50.8%
50.2%
Race
Big Rapids
Michigan
United States
White
84.5%
88.4%
80.3%
Black or African American
8.5%
4.5%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
1.2%
0.9%
2.7%
Asian
2.2%
1.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
0.3%
0.9%
2.7%
Multiracial
3.2%
4.2%
5.2%
Housing Information
Big Rapids
Michigan
United States
Median Home Price
$105,500
$148,219
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$701
$665
$801
Family Households
21.5%
21.5%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
32.9%
32.9%
26.2%
Homeowners
39.0%
73.6%
72.9%
Renters
61.0%
26.4%
27.1%
Education
Big Rapids
Michigan
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
4.0%
6.4%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
28.4%
28.4%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
21.7%
23.6%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
10.7%
9.9%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
18.6%
14.9%
15.0%
Proficiency
Big Rapids
Michigan
United States
Mathematics
46.4%
38.9%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
51.4%
48.8%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Big Rapids
Michigan
United States
Murder
0.0
2.5
3.0
Rape
57.8
61.0
38.0
Robbery
0.0
24.5
40.7
Assault
192.5
191.5
188.5
Property Crime
Big Rapids
Michigan
United States
Burglary
173.3
195.2
336.1
Theft
1097.3
1168.7
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
28.9
90.6
167.1
Arson
9.6
9.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Big Rapids, MI
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
gluten free
fast food
hot dogs
ice cream
teas
iced tea
restaurant
pizza
brews
liquor
popeyes
snacks
sweet potato
bakery
cheese
paella
beer
bbq
meal
delicious
football
college football
high school football
fantasy football
esports
video games
combat sports
hockey player
basketball
hockey
teams
major league
country music
golf
baseball
soccer
pop culture
nba
nfl
physical therapist
inspired by
commissions open
nfts
creative
nft
creations
paintings
nature
composer
crafts
painting
animation
independent films
sculptures
visual
theatre
poster
artists
collectibles
animator
spending time
video games
miami dolphins
trading cards
nascar
cycling
fishing
books
adventures
autos
hunting
collectibles
gaming
cigars
merchandise
nerdy
pokmon
fulltime
hiking
youtuber
sports
digital media
educational
pop culture
marketing
creative
tv
nagels
programming
advertising
television
communications
tvradio
producer
independent films
journalism
theatre
films
amenities
corporate
sports
summer
space
ice rinks
fire pits
winter
recreational
nature
cycling
outdoor activity
fishing
tubing
beach
amenities
hunting
arts
boating
pool
hiking
indoor
home depot
christmas shopping
post office
meijer
online bookstore
black owned
gift card
walmart
fountain pop
restaurant
cost cutters
local vendors
deals
gift certificates
farmers market
advertising
mall
pharmacy
bakery
crafts
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