Big Rapids, MI

Michigan · Mecosta County

Big Rapids is a small city in Michigan with a population of 7,847. Residents earn $40,197 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

7,847 Population 1,763/sq mi density

$40,197 Median Income $20,904 per capita

$134,200 Home Value $209,292 Zillow

$815 Median Rent 30.1% income on rent

45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

250 Violent Crime/100K 1,299 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$40,197 median income, 3.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$134,200 home value, $815/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

250 violent crimes/100K (34% below avg)

Education

3.3 / 5.0

28.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $40,197

47% lower than US avg

Home Value $134,200

52% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 250/100K

34% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.3%

16% lower than US avg

Median Rent $815

30% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.1%

28% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.5%

3% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.5%

49% higher than US avg

How Big Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,847

Median Age23.0 yrs

Density1,763/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans3.5%

Economy

C+

Median Income$40,197

Per Capita$20,904

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty18.5%

County GDP$1,626M

Commute15 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$134,200

Rent$815

Ownership40.3%

Zillow$209,292

Housing Units3,262

Rent Burden30.1%

Crime

Violent250/100K

Property1,299/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault193/100K

Burglary173/100K

Health

Obesity41.1%

Uninsured8.1%

Smoking20.3%

Depression31.4%

Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain37.9 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation924 ft (282 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.3%

High School+92.8%

Graduate+13.0%

School Score4.99

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%

Commute15 min

Broadband81.1%

EV Stations4

Libraries6

Is Big Rapids a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Rapids receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Big Rapids offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Rapids is $40,197, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Rapids is $134,200, 52% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Big Rapids is below the national average at 250 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,299 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Rapids has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 61.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Big Rapids has a population of 7,847 with a density of 1,763 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 23.0 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 6.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97% of residents. 3.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,847

Total Population

1,763

People / sq mi

23.0yrs

Median Age

41% below US avg

4.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%

Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Rapids vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.0%

24% above US avg

Spanish 3.0%

78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Rapids vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Rapids is $40,197, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,904 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $869, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 696 business establishments, including 78 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Big Rapids vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$40,197
	47% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$20,904
Avg Weekly Wage	$869
IRS Avg AGI	$60,778
Gini Index	0.420 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	3% below US avg
Poverty Rate	18.5%
	49% above US avg
Establishments (County)	696
County GDP	$1,626M

Business (County)

Restaurants	78
Healthcare	102
Retail	151
Manufacturing	32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,526
	29% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.1 min
Drive Alone	66.6%
Public Transit	1.4%
Work from Home	7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Rapids is $134,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,292, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 40.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,262 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $4,526 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$134,200
	52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$209,292
Median List Price	$217,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$217,000
$/Sq Ft	$124
Homes Sold	4
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.2%
Price Drops	13.3%
Inventory	15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$815
	30% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,100
Rent Burden	30.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$807
1 Bedroom	$891
2 Bedrooms	$1,113
3 Bedrooms	$1,419
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	40.3%
Owner-Occupied	40.3%
Renter-Occupied	59.7%
Housing Units	3,262
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,526
	29% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.37%

In Big Rapids, 41.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.3% of residents, above the national average. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 20.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.6% report binge drinking. 29.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 31.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,107. The dentist ratio is 1:2,262. 57.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Big Rapids vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.1%
	28% above US avg
Diabetes	12.3%
Heart Disease	7.3%
High Blood Pressure	36.1%
Asthma	12.6%
COPD	10.5%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.3%
	45% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	29.5%
Depression	31.4%
Mental Distress	21.3%
Physical Distress	16.4%
Short Sleep	38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.8%
Uninsured	8.1%
	6% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,107
Dentists	1:2,262
Mental Health	1:534
Checkup Rate	78.6%
Dental Visits	58.5%
Premature Death	8,230/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.3/10
Exercise Access	57.6%
Healthcare Facilities	102

Big Rapids has a violent crime rate of 250 per 100,000 residents, 34% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 192.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 57.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,299 per 100,000, 34% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,097, burglary at 173, vehicle theft at 29 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Big Rapids receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Big Rapids vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	250.3/100K
	34% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	57.8/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	192.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,299.5/100K
	34% below US avg
Burglary	173.3/100K
Theft	1,097.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	28.9/100K
Arson	9.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	26
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Big Rapids has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. The area receives 61.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 924 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	45.1°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-6°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	924 ft (282 m)
Area	4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density	1,763/sq mi
Coordinates	43.6997°N, 85.4813°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Mecosta County County
Nearest Airport	Gerald R Ford International (GRR) 57 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.9"

0% below US avg

Snowfall 61.3"

Wettest Month (Sep) 4.06"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	69.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	64.3 / 100
Community Resilience	62.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Very High
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.5 on Sep 2, 1994.

Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	123 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

204 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 10 fatalities, 293 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	84 km	5
Apr 3, 1956	EF4	98 km	1
Apr 23, 1968	EF3	0 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF3	92 km	0
Jul 4, 1994	EF2	74 km	0
May 28, 1991	EF2	72 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF2	45 km	0
Jun 8, 1985	EF2	30 km	0
Jun 15, 1982	EF2	87 km	0
Aug 15, 1978	EF2	86 km	0
Jul 23, 1976	EF2	99 km	0
Mar 20, 1976	EF2	96 km	0
Jun 17, 1975	EF2	38 km	1
May 21, 1975	EF2	85 km	0
May 20, 1975	EF2	100 km	0
Jun 9, 1974	EF2	0 km	0
Jun 7, 1974	EF2	59 km	0
Apr 14, 1974	EF2	77 km	0
May 25, 1973	EF2	96 km	0
Apr 12, 1972	EF2	63 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

9 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GRANT RX (2,204 ac, 2017).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2017	GRANT RX	2,204	85 km
2005	ROSCOMMON4	2,109	92 km
2018	SER 438 / WHITE RIVER	814	60 km
2003	WARFIELD ROAD	800	67 km
2019	UNNAMED	793	60 km
1994	COUNTY LINE	735	35 km
2019	BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB	619	40 km
2021	WARFIELD	538	67 km
2024	WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX	512	58 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	20°F (-6°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	21°F (-6°C)	1.5 in	Driest
March	31°F (-1°C)	2.2 in
April	43°F (6°C)	2.9 in
May	55°F (13°C)	3.0 in
June	64°F (18°C)	3.2 in
July	69°F (21°C)	2.7 in	Warmest
August	67°F (19°C)	3.9 in
September	59°F (15°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
October	48°F (9°C)	3.1 in
November	36°F (2°C)	3.0 in
December	25°F (-4°C)	2.4 in

Big Rapids has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 20°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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Big Rapids is located in Mecosta County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 28.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 16% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. 13.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.2% of the vote, a 30-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 102 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%

D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	26
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.3%
	16% below US avg
High School+	92.8%
Graduate Degree+	13.0%
School Test Score	4.99

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,763/sq mi
Total Area	4.5 sq mi
County	Mecosta County County

Services

Broadband Access	81.1%
Avg Download Speed	163.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	26.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	102
Restaurants	78
Retail Stores	151

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.1 min
Drive Alone	66.6%
Public Transit	1.4%
Work from Home	7.1%

Average costs for common services in Big Rapids. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$481
Toddler	$565
Preschool	$565
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$706
Toddler	$706
Preschool	$577

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Mecosta County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	2,362	118	$36,178	1.86
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,597	76	$40,526	0.87
Manufacturing	1,226	29	$64,573	1.17
Accommodation & Food Services	1,094	68	$19,790	0.94
Other Services	514	71	$41,428	1.34
Administrative & Waste Services	498	26	$37,390	0.66
Transportation & Warehousing	225	17	$65,655	0.42
Arts & Entertainment	182	11	$22,681	0.85
Construction	168	57	$53,294	0.25
Finance & Insurance	136	31	$72,469	0.26
Information & Technology	102	10	$59,051	0.43
Educational Services	83	11	$67,080	0.31
Real Estate	73	27	$49,159	0.37
Unclassified	58	11	$37,594	3.26

Colleges & Universities in Big Rapids

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Ferris State University	Public · Graduate	12,162	80.6%	$14,246	$14,246

Hospitals in Big Rapids

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
COREWELL HEALTH BIG RAPIDS HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(231) 796-8691

Schools in Big Rapids

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Big Rapids High School	High	714	34	21.0:1
Big Rapids Middle School	Middle	646	30	21.5:1
Riverview Elementary School	Elementary	421	22	19.1:1
Brookside Elementary School	Elementary	417	22	19.0:1
Crossroads Charter Academy K5 (Charter)	Elementary	160	16	10.0:1
Crossroads Charter Academy 612 (Charter)	High	150	12	12.5:1

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Radio Stations near Big Rapids

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Big Rapids

5 campgrounds found near Big Rapids.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
HUNGERFORD EQUESTRIAN GROUP CAMPSITE	4.8/5	1	$75
BOWMAN BRIDGE	4.3/5	17	$30–$110
SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND	4.3/5	44	$40–$105
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	28	$30
GLEASONS LANDING	3.9/5	6	$30–$90

National Parks Near Big Rapids

18 national parks and monuments found near Big Rapids.

Park	Type	Fee
Bakale Wildlife Unit	State Park	Free
Dnr Lakeview Park	State Park	Free
Duck Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Haven State Park	State Park	Free
Hidden Cove Park	State Park	Free
Hoffmaster State Park (P.J. Hoffmaster)	State Park	Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach)	State Park	Free
Interlochen State Park	State Park	Free
Mears State Park	State Park	Free
Mitchell State Park	State Park	Free
Muskegon State Park	State Park	Free
Newaygo State Park (leased from Consumer's Energy)	State Park	Free
North Higgins Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Orchard Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
South Higgins Lake State Park	State Park	Free
White Pine Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Wilson State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Big Rapids

207+ trails found near Big Rapids.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	25.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	18.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	17.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	15.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCT - LITTLE O SPUR	10.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	10.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	9.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR35	9.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	8.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MCCCT- BWC	7.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	7.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	5.6	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	5.3	SNOW	—	—	—
CADILAC WEST SMT DNR358	5.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - 7 MILE ATV LOOP	5.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	4.8	SNOW	—	—	—
BIRCH GROVE TRAIL	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD HILL SMT TIMBER CK DNR325	4.6	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	4.6	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	4.4	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	4.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	3.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	3.3	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD TRAIL 24	3.2		—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 19	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.9	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 14	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 5	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 18	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.7	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35	2.4	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.3	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 4	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCCT- BWC	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340	2.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 21	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCCT- BWC	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 12	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 10	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 8	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	1.8	SNOW	—	—	—
BOWMAN LAKE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 22	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 23	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 17	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WARD HILLS SMT CUTACROSS DNR36	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 20	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 16	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 11	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LODA LAKE WILDFLOWER TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OLD GRADE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIRCH GROVE TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 15	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCCT- BWC	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 13	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NCT NEWAYGO STATE PARK SPUR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 6	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCCT- BWC	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD AREA SMT DNR340	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT SPUR1 DNR3	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR36	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR345	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 3	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCCT- BWC	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT HIGHBANKS CAMPGROUND SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 7	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WARD HILLS SMT CUTACROSS DNR36	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS SMT POWERLINE DNR35	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT BOWMAN CAMPGROUND SPUR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR345	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR36	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT M-37 ROADSIDE PARK SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR36	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OLD GRADE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT TWINWOOD LAKE SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG GP2	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR345	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT-COOLBOUGH SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 2	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD AREA SMT DNR340	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 1	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WARD AREA SMT DNR340	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NCT BOWMAN LAKE SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NCT NICHOLS LAKE NORTH SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LODA LAKE SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NCT 40TH ST. TRAILHEAD SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR345	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 9	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NCT 76TH ST. TRAILHEAD SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LODA LAKE SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIRCH GROVE TRL DIAMONDLK SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—

Historical Trends — Big Rapids

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	10,463	$24,550
2015	10,354	$24,956
2017	10,342	$24,760
2019	10,368	$26,227
2021	8,976	$29,239
2023	8,543	$40,197

Museums in Big Rapids

Name	Type	Address	Phone
CARD WILDLIFE EDUCATION CENTER	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		2315915387
FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY FINE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2315912536
JIM CROW MUSEUM OF RACIST MEMORABILIA	GENERAL MUSEUM		2315915873
MECOSTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD RUGGED CROSS MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	780 NORTH PARK STREET PO BOX 27	2318325431

Libraries in Big Rapids

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BIG RAPIDS COMMUNITY LIBRARY	426 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE	21,611
WALTON ERICKSON PUBLIC LIBRARY	4808 NORTHLAND DRIVE	13,368
EVART PUBLIC LIBRARY	104 NORTH MAIN STREET	13,235
REED CITY AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY	410 WEST UPTON AVENUE	12,500
CHASE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	8400 EAST NORTH STREET	5,199

Farmers Markets in Big Rapids

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Big Rapids Farmers' Market	310 North Fourth Ave.
CrossRoad Farmers Market		05/24/2014 to 10/11/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Downtown Big Rapids Farmers Market	226 N Michigan Ave
Evart Farmers' Market- Evart DDA	200 South Main Street	06/11/2016 to 10/08/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Visit

Nursing Homes in Big Rapids

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
ALTERCARE OF BIG RAPIDS CTR FOR REHAB & NURSING CA 805 WEST AVE	For profit - Corporation	100	81	5/5	—	4/5	5/5	2317963185
METRON OF BIG RAPIDS 725 W FULLER	For profit - Corporation	78	62	4/5	—	4/5	3/5	2317962631

Pharmacies in Big Rapids

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY	1019 CAMPUS DR	231-591-5964
HOMETOWN PHARMACY INC	120 N MICHIGAN AVE	231-796-7621
KMART OF MICHIGAN INC	1250 PERRY AVE	231-796-5252
MEIJER INC	15400 WALDRON WAY	231-527-0210
RITE AID - 7810	842 SOUTH STATE STREET	231-796-8659
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1719	21400 PERRY AVENUE	231-796-3691
WALGREENS - 7416	1010 SOUTH STATE STREET	231-592-0385

EV Charging Stations in Big Rapids

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger	15400 Waldron Way	Tesla		10	TESLA	public
JOHNNY'S MARKET BIG RAPIDS DC1	21445 Perry Ave	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
JOHNNY'S MARKET BIG RAPIDS DC2	21445 Perry Ave	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
BRCHARGE BRCHARGE	226 N Michigan Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Big Rapids

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
BIG RAPIDS CELL SITE 2700 Northland Drive	TOWER	106
131 ON US 10 HWY (94561)	GTOWER	98
131 ON US 10 HWY (94561)	GTOWER	98
11584 11 Mile road	GTOWER	96
11584 11 Mile road	GTOWER	96
16539 HERSEY RD (94586)	GTOWER	94
16539 HERSEY RD (94586)	GTOWER	94
23305 23 Mile Rd.	GTOWER	90
23305 23 Mile Rd.	GTOWER	90

Fire Stations in Big Rapids

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Big Rapids Department of Public Safety	435 N Michigan AVE	Mostly volunteer	231-527-0005
Big Rapids Township Fire Department	14212 Northland DR	Volunteer	231-796-1749
Colfax Township-Mecosta County	14428 157th AVE	Volunteer	231-629-2265

Power Plants Near Big Rapids

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
ROGERS	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-85.5	OP

Bridges in Big Rapids

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	163	15,942	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	163	15,942	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1948	40	14,351	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	390	12,343	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	126	7,789	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	106	7,789	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2016	230	7,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1988	23	5,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1998	22	4,550	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1968	22	4,542	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1987	34	4,229	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2000	49	2,522	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	54	1,024	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1982	138	700	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	429	400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	189	330	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	165	330	F
Culvert	Concrete	1990	24	258	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1982	138	250	F

Correctional Facilities in Big Rapids

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
MECOSTA COUNTY JAIL	225 SOUTH STEWART	COUNTY	-999	97	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Big Rapids

4 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Big Rapids, MI	14219 Northland Drive	BUS
Morley, MI	4981 Northland Drive	BUS
Reed City, MI	US 10 & 220th Ave.	BUS
Stanwood, MI	7520 Northland Drive	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Big Rapids

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ANR PIPELINE - REED CITY COMPRESSOR STATION (B3721)	7677 230TH AVENUE	OSCEOLA
VENTRA EVART, LLC	601 WEST SEVENTH STREET	OSCEOLA
VENTRA EVART, LLC	601 WEST SEVENTH STREET	OSCEOLA
VENTRA EVART, LLC	601 WEST SEVENTH STREET	OSCEOLA

Airports Near Big Rapids

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Baldwin Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bellamy Airport	—	Small Airport
Boulder Canyon Airport	—	Small Airport
Cain Field	—	Small Airport
Canadian Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Capen Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Field	—	Small Airport
Clare County Airport	—	Small Airport
Clare Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
D J Airport	—	Small Airport
De Witt Property Airport	—	Small Airport
Denton Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Doren Field	—	Small Airport
Doss Field	—	Small Airport
Eagles Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Evad Enterprises LLC Airport	—	Small Airport
Evart Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fairplains Airpark	—	Small Airport
Flying-A-Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Fremont Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Grand Haven Memorial Airpark	—	Small Airport
Greenville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hamp Airport	—	Small Airport
Hat Field	—	Small Airport
Home Acres Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Houghton Lake State Airport	—	Small Airport
Howard City South Airport	—	Small Airport
Howe Airport	—	Small Airport
Jablonski Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Isabella Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lakeview-Airport-Griffith Field	—	Small Airport
Lowell City Airport	—	Small Airport
Mayes Airport	—	Small Airport
Mecosta Morton Airport	—	Small Airport
Midget Airport	—	Small Airport
Minikey Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Pleasant Municipal Airport	MOP	Small Airport
Nartron Field	—	Small Airport
Ojibwa Airpark	—	Small Airport
Paul C. Miller-Sparta Airport	—	Small Airport
Roben Hood Airport	WBR	Small Airport
Scott Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Tyrone Airport	—	Small Airport
Wabasis Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Wells Airport	—	Small Airport
Wexford County Airport	CAD	Small Airport
White Cloud Airport	—	Small Airport
Wilderness Airpark	—	Small Airport
Wilds Field	—	Small Airport
Witbeck Aerodrome Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Big Rapids

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Osceola County Sheriff Office
Reed City Police
Reed City Police Department
Reed City Police Department

Grocery Stores in Big Rapids

23 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 67011	Supermarket	21481 Perry Ave
Big Rapids E-Z Mart 272	Convenience Store	710 S State St
Big Rapids Shell 4050	Convenience Store	21445 Perry Ave
Bulldog Party Store	Convenience Store	1709 S State St
CURRIES STANDARD INC	Convenience Store	620 Maple St
Dollar General 22977	Other	18444 Northland Dr
Dollar Tree 854	Other	1282 W Perry St
DOLLARTREE 9383	Other	210 N. Michigan Ave.
Downtown Big Rapids Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	225 S Michigan Ave
EASTSIDE MARKET INC.	Convenience Store	307 S 3rd Ave
Family Dollar 2247	Other	210 N Michigan Ave
Grunst Brothers	Convenience Store	624 N State St
Krist Food Mart 46	Convenience Store	827 N State St
Lions Subs 4252 LLC	Restaurant Meals Program	603 S State St
Meijer Gas Station 203	Convenience Store	15375 Waldron Way
Meijer Inc 203	Super Store	15400 Waldron Way
Red Fox Market	Grocery Store	112 S Michigan Ave
Singh Petroleum 1	Convenience Store	631 S State St
Singh Petroleum 2	Convenience Store	805 N State St
TRAILSIDE GAS & GROCERY	Convenience Store	525 S 3rd Ave
WALGREENS 7416	Other	1010 S State St
Walmart SUPERCENTER 1719	Super Store	21400 Perry Ave
Wesco 60	Convenience Store	21380 Perry Ave

Treatment Centers in Big Rapids

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Community MH for Central Michigan - Mecosta County Branch	Mental Health	231-796-5825
Community MH for Central Michigan - Osceola County Branch	Mental Health	231-832-2247
Nova Counseling Associates Inc	Substance Abuse	231-796-4637
Ten Sixteen Recovery Network	Substance Abuse	231-527-2000

Churches & Religious Organizations in Big Rapids

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH	14200 NORTHLAND DR
BATON MINISTRIES INC	14746 WIGWAM LN
BEREAN REFORMED BAPTIST GHURCH	18195 195TH AVE
BIG RAPIDS CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	514 WOODWARD AVE
BIG RAPIDS FREE METHODIST CHURCH	204 W PERE MARQUETTE ST
CAMP BRETHREN HEIGHTS INC	9478 BRETHREN HEIGHTS RD
CONNECT CHURCH	PO BOX 1599
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH	407 PERRY AVE
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	304 ELM ST
GENERAL COUNCIL ON FINANCE AND ADMINS OF THE UNITED METHODIST	628 S WARREN AVE
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH OF BIG RAPIDS MICHIGAN	719 MARION AVE
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH	726 FULLER AVE
ISLAMIC CENTER OF BIG RAPIDS	20796 EDGEWOOD DR
ISLAMIC CENTER OF NORTHWEST MICHIGAN	124 2ND AVE
JACK AND NOLA NEHMER MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 325
REAL LIFE CAMPUS MINISTRIES	108 DIVISION ST
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH	12775 NORTHLAND DR
RESURRECTION LIFE CHURCH OF BIG RAPIDS INC	14734 215TH AVE
ROGERS HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN CHURCH	19938 PARK RD
SAINT PETERS LUTHERAN CHURCH	408 W BELLEVUE ST
ST ANDREWS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	323 S STATE ST
ST MARY-ST PAUL MINISTRY	102 WILLIAMS ST
ST PETERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL	408 W BELLEVUE ST
TRINITY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	15085 220TH AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Rapids

What is the population of Big Rapids?

Big Rapids has a population of 7,847 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,763 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Big Rapids expensive to live in?

Big Rapids has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $40,197, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $134,200 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Big Rapids safe?

Big Rapids is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 250 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,299 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Big Rapids receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Big Rapids?

Big Rapids has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches, with 61.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Big Rapids?

Big Rapids has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $869. There are 696 business establishments in the area, including 78 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 7.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Big Rapids?

The median home value in Big Rapids is $134,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,292. For renters, the median monthly rent is $815. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 40.3%. The average annual property tax is $4,526.

How are the schools in Big Rapids?

Schools in Big Rapids score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.3% of adults in Big Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. 13.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Big Rapids?

The obesity rate in Big Rapids is 41.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.3% of adults are smokers. 29.5% are physically inactive. 31.4% of residents report depression. 8.1% lack health insurance. 57.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,107.

What is transportation like in Big Rapids?

The average commute in Big Rapids is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.6% of workers drive alone to work, 1.4% use public transit, and 7.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Big Rapids?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Big Rapids is 86.5% White, 6.5% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino, 0.8% Asian. 97% of residents speak only English at home. 3.5% of the population are military veterans. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Reed City, MI 2,505 pop · 12.0 mi Canadian Lakes, MI 2,701 pop · 12.1 mi Evart, MI 1,764 pop · 17.3 mi White Cloud, MI 1,297 pop · 17.6 mi Lakeview, MI 1,049 pop · 20.7 mi Howard City, MI 1,683 pop · 21.2 mi Baldwin, MI 1,161 pop · 23.2 mi Lake Isabella, MI 1,931 pop · 24.1 mi Weidman, MI 1,217 pop · 25.1 mi Newaygo, MI 2,486 pop · 25.2 mi Fremont, MI 4,532 pop · 28.8 mi Hesperia, MI 1,007 pop · 29.4 mi Edmore, MI 1,417 pop · 30.0 mi Grant, MI 1,146 pop · 30.2 mi

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