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Spring Lake, MI

Michigan · Ottawa County · Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro

Spring Lake is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,530. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,530 Population 2,024/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $56,896 per capita
$271,100 Home Value $420,946 Zillow
$947 Median Rent 45.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
145 Violent Crime/100K 1,969 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$271,100 home value, $947/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
145 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $271,100
4% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 145/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.2%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $947
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

How Spring Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,530
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density2,024/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$56,896
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$21,044M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$271,100
Rent$947
Ownership88.1%
Zillow$420,946
Housing Units1,423
Rent Burden45.1%

Crime

F
Violent145/100K
Property1,969/100K

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking11.3%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation590 ft (180 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.2%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+13.2%
School Score6.42

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Broadband91.9%
EV Stations4
Libraries10

Is Spring Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Spring Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Lake is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spring Lake is $271,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $947 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Spring Lake is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,969 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Spring Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Spring Lake has a population of 2,530 with a density of 2,024 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.2% female and 45.8% male. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 7.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 8.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 97.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,530
Total Population
2,024
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Lake is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,896 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,150, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,888 business establishments, including 465 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 18.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Spring Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$56,896
Avg Weekly Wage$1,150
IRS Avg AGI$89,969
Gini Index0.419 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,888
County GDP$21,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare621
Retail779
Manufacturing606

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,878
97% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Lake is $271,100, 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $420,946, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 104.4% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $947 (19% 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. 88.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,423 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $6,878 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 45.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$271,100
4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$420,946
Median List Price$404,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$404,900
$/Sq Ft$208
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.4%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$947
19% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,565
Rent Burden45.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.1%
Owner-Occupied88.1%
Renter-Occupied11.9%
Housing Units1,423
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,878
97% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Spring Lake, 32.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 28.8% have high blood pressure. 11.3% are current smokers. 19.8% report binge drinking. 17.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 28.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.2% experience frequent mental distress. 4.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,511. The dentist ratio is 1:1,626. 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Spring Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.6%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.3%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep28.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,511
Dentists1:1,626
Mental Health1:360
Checkup Rate80.1%
Dental Visits75.2%
Premature Death5,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities621
Spring Lake has a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,969 per 100,000, 0% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Spring Lake receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Spring Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent145.2/100K
62% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,969.2/100K
0% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
Traffic Accidents143
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Spring Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 590 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation590 ft (180 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density2,024/sq mi
Coordinates43.0735°N, 86.1941°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyOttawa County County
Nearest AirportGerald R Ford International (GRR)
36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"
1% below US avg
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0441 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score82.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability12.2 / 100
Community Resilience99.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 30, 2015.

May 2, 2015 5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan M4.2 112 km
Sep 2, 1994 5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan M3.5 133 km
Jun 30, 2015 5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan M3.3 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

181 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 31 fatalities, 674 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956 EF5 47 km 17
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 23 km 5
May 13, 1980 EF3 95 km 0
May 13, 1980 EF3 94 km 5
Apr 23, 1968 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF3 40 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF3 92 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF3 87 km 0
Apr 3, 1956 EF3 90 km 0
Jun 19, 2009 EF2 68 km 0
Jun 19, 2009 EF2 95 km 0
May 21, 2001 EF2 99 km 0
Jul 4, 1994 EF2 91 km 0
May 28, 1991 EF2 69 km 0
May 30, 1989 EF2 75 km 0
May 30, 1989 EF2 78 km 0
Aug 26, 1986 EF2 85 km 0
Jul 15, 1986 EF2 80 km 0
Jul 21, 1983 EF2 45 km 1
Aug 15, 1978 EF2 60 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 ac, 1988).

Year Name Acres Distance
1988 ALLEGAN6 1,077 57 km
2018 SER 438 / WHITE RIVER 814 47 km
2019 UNNAMED 793 48 km
1994 COUNTY LINE 735 89 km
2019 BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB 619 93 km
2024 WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX 512 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 in

Spring Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 26°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.3").

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Spring Lake is located in Ottawa County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 42.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.5% of the vote, a 20.5-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 621 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 20.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
Traffic Accidents143
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.2%
25% above US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+13.2%
School Test Score6.42
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density2,024/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyOttawa County County

Services

Broadband Access91.9%
Avg Download Speed161.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed46.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities621
Restaurants465
Retail Stores779

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.5%
Average costs for common services in Spring Lake. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$712
Toddler$712
Preschool$573
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$835
Toddler$835
Preschool$780
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Ottawa County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 40,464 644 $74,443 3.73
Retail Trade 10,500 634 $38,883 0.80
Accommodation & Food Services 10,395 424 $24,194 0.87
Health Care & Social Assistance 9,743 606 $44,388 0.52
Construction 6,952 1,032 $72,790 1.00
Administrative & Waste Services 6,750 350 $40,922 0.87
Wholesale Trade 5,141 316 $79,425 0.99
Other Services 4,789 638 $47,733 1.21
Professional & Technical Services 4,764 661 $80,893 0.52
Agriculture & Forestry 3,561 214 $41,533 3.34
Transportation & Warehousing 3,001 160 $68,128 0.54
Educational Services 2,959 80 $43,925 1.09
Finance & Insurance 2,381 368 $90,289 0.44
Arts & Entertainment 1,393 118 $29,715 0.63
Real Estate 1,064 279 $55,840 0.52
Utilities 678 9 $129,244 1.35
Information & Technology 667 113 $78,313 0.27
Unclassified 339 96 $47,207 1.84
Management of Companies 230 23 $124,858 0.10
Mining & Oil/Gas 65 9 $74,657 0.13

Colleges & Universities in Spring Lake

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
French Academy of Cosmetology Private For-Profit · Certificate 113

Schools in Spring Lake

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Spring Lake High School High 788 39 20.2:1
West MI Academy of Arts and Academics (Charter) Elementary 453 37 12.2:1
Holmes Elementary School Elementary 419 30 14.0:1
Spring Lake Middle School Middle 379 19 19.9:1
Jeffers Elementary School Elementary 367 28 13.1:1
Spring Lake Intermediate School Middle 347 20 17.4:1
Lake Hills Elementary School Elementary 273 20 13.7:1
Walden Green Montessori (Charter) Elementary 232 13 17.8:1
Spring Lake Alternative Education High 26 1 26.0:1
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Radio Stations near Spring Lake

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
93.3 THE Q AAC+ 48 kbps
99.7 & 1450 WHTC MP3 32 kbps
KHOL 89.1 Jackson, WY community radio, jackson MP3 130 kbps
Muskegon Channel Radio classic rock, hits 70's MP3 320 kbps
106.9 The Q pop, top 40 AAC+ 64 kbps
The Q 99.7 christian contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Spring Lake

1 campgrounds found near Spring Lake.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Pines Point Campground (MI) 4.5/5 5 $30–$100

National Parks Near Spring Lake

16 national parks and monuments found near Spring Lake.

ParkTypeFee
Bakale Wildlife Unit 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
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park State Park Free
Ludington State Park State Park Free
Mears State Park State Park Free
Muskegon State Park State Park Free
Newaygo State Park (leased from Consumer's Energy) State Park Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park State Park Free
Silver Lake State Park State Park Free
Van Buren State Park State Park Free
Van Buren Trail State Park State Park Free
White Pine Trail State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Spring Lake

81 trails found near Spring Lake.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL 22.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 11.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 10.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 9.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 3.3 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 3.2 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 3.1 SNOW
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 2.3 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 1.9 SNOW
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.9 SNOW
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312 1.2 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 1.2 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 1.1 SNOW
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.1 SNOW
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.1 SNOW
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.0 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 1.0 SNOW
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.6 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.6 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.6 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.5 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.5 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.4 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.4 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.3 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.3 SNOW
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312 0.3 SNOW
NCT M-37 ROADSIDE PARK SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.2 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.2 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.2 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.2 SNOW
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.2 SNOW
NCT TWINWOOD LAKE SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
NCT-COOLBOUGH SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.2 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.2 SNOW
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.2 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.1 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312 0.1 SNOW
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.1 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.1 SNOW
NCT 40TH ST. TRAILHEAD SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.1 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.0 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.0 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.0 SNOW
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.0 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.0 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.0 SNOW
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.0 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW

Museums in Spring Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MUSKEGON COUNTY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2317220278$1,514,334
MUSKEGON MUSEUM OF ART FOUNDATIONART MUSEUM$856,791
GREAT LAKES NAVAL MEMORIAL & MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3548 FULTON AVE2317551230$729,115
USS SILVERSIDES SUBMARINES MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2317551230$729,115
TRI-CITIES HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6168420700$682,105
USS LST 393 PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM2317224730$126,120
CARR-FLES PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
GILLETTE NATURAL HISTORY ASSOCIATIONARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6585 LAKE HARBOR RD2317983573
GREAT LAKES AQUARIUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION353 HARBOR DRIVE2317265550
HACKLEY AND HUME HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2317227578
HERITAGE MEMORIAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
LAKESHORE CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM430 W CLAY AVE2317220278
MUSKEGON AREA SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM6168653114
MUSKEGON COUNTY MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM7 CENTER ST2317399500
MUSKEGON PUBLIC SCHOOLSART MUSEUM2317202000
MUSKEGON RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION561 WEST WESTERN AVE2317263657
OLIVE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6167869996
OTTAWA COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER12220 FILLMORE STREET6167864847
PERE MARQUETTE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PHOENIX CONTINUUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PIGEON CREEK SCHOOLHOUSE PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
S S MILWAUKEE CLIPPER PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2098 LAKSHORE DRIVE2316831590

Libraries in Spring Lake

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MUSKEGON AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY4845 AIRLINE ROAD UNIT 50.0414,239
HACKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY316 WEST WEBSTER AVENUE0.0262,288
LOUTIT DISTRICT LIBRARY407 COLUMBUS AVENUE0.0218,725
SPRING LAKE DISTRICT LIBRARY123 EAST EXCHANGE STREET0.0181,403

Farmers Markets in Spring Lake

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grand Haven Farmer's Market300 N. Harbor Drive05/10/2014 to 10/29/2014Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Grand Valley State University Farmers Market1 Campus Drive, Parking Lot G06/03/2015 to 10/28/2015Visit
Heights City Market99 Center Street06/03/2016 to 09/30/2016Fri: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Muskegon Farmers Market242 West Western Ave.05/06/2017 to 11/18/2017Tue: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Spring Lake Farm & Garden Market225 E. Exchange 06/04/2015 to 10/08/2015Thu: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Sweetwater Local Foods Market6401 Harvey St.01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Westward Market18138 Lane ave.Visit

Hotels in Spring Lake

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn Grand Haven-Spring Lake

Restaurants in Spring Lake

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beefy's Burger Shack
Bell's 104
Dr. Rolf's Barbeque
Fuel Bar + Refuge
kiwami
Two Tonys Tabeena Grill
Vander Mill Tap Room
Village Baker

Cafes in Spring Lake

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Biggby

Dentists in Spring Lake

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Infinity Dental

Gas Stations in Spring Lake

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marathon
Marathon
Shell
Wesco

Banks in Spring Lake

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huntington Bank
Huntington Bank

Gyms in Spring Lake

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rhoda's Body Shop

Golf Courses in Spring Lake

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spring Lake Country Club

Breweries in Spring Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Big Lake BreweryFood & Drink, Breweries977 Butternut Ave6167968888
Big Lake Brewing LlcBrewers977 Butternut Dr6167968888Visit
Brewer's Edge Homebrew LlcWinemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services650 Riley St
DreamersBars, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurant978 Pine St2317289157
Dutch Girl BreweryBrewers, Brewery14964 Cleveland St6166072026Visit
Grand Haven Brew HouseBrewers, Bar100 Washington Ave6166072060Visit
Naked Tree Cellars LlcBrewers41 Washington Ave6169357327Visit
Old Boys Brewhouse IncTake Out Restaurants, American Restaurants, Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Hamburge971 W Savidge St6168509952, 6168509950Visit
Pigeon Hill Brewing CoBrewers500 W Western Ave 1002313755184Visit
Pigeon Hill Brewing CompanyBrewery500 W Western Ave2313755184Visit
Shawnys Pressurized ThermosVending Machines, Dispensing Opticians, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beverage Dispensing Eq1276 1/2 Poulson
Stone Brewing CoBrewers17615 W Moore2697924440
Wolf Lake TavernBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Pub Food, recreation, food and drink27 S Wolf Lake Rd2317882960
Ye Old TavernBars / Taverns, Fruitport, food and drink, Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Bar, rec24 S 3rd Ave2318653352

Nursing Homes in Spring Lake

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
NORTH OTTAWA CARE CENTER
18525 WOODLAND RIDGE DRIVE
Non profit - Corporation 84 78 3/5 4/5 3/5 6168420770

Pharmacies in Spring Lake

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
LEPPINKS FOOD CENTERS - 505 17717 174TH AVENUE 616-842-4706
RITE AID - 2776 603 EAST SAVIDGE STREET 616-842-1461

EV Charging Stations in Spring Lake

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Spring Lake Village213 S Cutler StRED_E4J1772COMBOpublic
SPRING LAKE JACKSON ST 1107 N Jackson StChargePoint Network2J1772public
SPRING LAKE JACKSON ST 2107 N Jackson StChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Spring Lake

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6430 Norton Center Drive (110226)MTOWER56
6430 Norton Center Drive (110226)MTOWER56
5455 Lake Harbor Road (107717)MTOWER52
5455 Lake Harbor Road (107717)MTOWER52
5495 Airline Rd (44724)MTOWER45
5495 Airline Rd (44724)MTOWER45
11938 APPLE AVE (94733)MTOWER34
11938 APPLE AVE (94733)MTOWER34

Fire Stations in Spring Lake

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Spring Lake Fire Department101 S Buchanan STMostly volunteer616-844-0491

Bridges in Spring Lake

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19646812,368F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete2007449,373G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1957306,210G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19724485,424P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19484174,445F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19674214,370G

Superfund Sites Near Spring Lake

15 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BOFORS NOBEL, INC.5307 EVANSTON AVEMUSKEGON
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREETOTTAWA
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREETOTTAWA
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREETOTTAWA
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREETOTTAWA
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREETOTTAWA
HERMAN MILLER - SPRING LAKE CAMPUS18558 171ST AVEOTTAWA
KNOLL INC2800 ESTES STREETMUSKEGON
LOMAC INC5025 EVANSTON AVEMUSKEGON
LOMAC INC5025 EVANSTON AVEMUSKEGON
MPLX TERMINALS LLC3005 HOLTON ROADMUSKEGON
S. D. WARREN, MUSKEGON, MI, OPERATIONS2400 LAKESHORE DRIVEMUSKEGON
S. D. WARREN, MUSKEGON, MI, OPERATIONS2400 LAKESHORE DRIVEMUSKEGON
SHAPE 18201820 HAYES STREETOTTAWA
SUN CHEMICAL CORP4925 EVANSTON AVEMUSKEGON

Airports Near Spring Lake

47 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gerald R. Ford International AirportGRRLarge Airport
Muskegon County AirportMKGMedium Airport
Bakers FieldSmall Airport
Bellamy AirportSmall Airport
Cain FieldSmall Airport
Calkins FieldSmall Airport
Cherry FieldSmall Airport
Chicora FieldSmall Airport
Curt's Place AirportSmall Airport
De Witt Property AirportSmall Airport
Dewind FieldSmall Airport
Doren FieldSmall Airport
Flying-A-Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fremont Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Galloway Landings AirportSmall Airport
Grand Haven Memorial AirparkSmall Airport
Harry's FieldSmall Airport
Hat FieldSmall Airport
Howard City South AirportSmall Airport
Howe AirportSmall Airport
J P's FieldSmall Airport
Jablonski AirportSmall Airport
Midget AirportSmall Airport
Mitch Veenstra AirportSmall Airport
Oceana County AirportSmall Airport
Ottawa Executive AirportSmall Airport
Padgham FieldSmall Airport
Park Township AirportHLMSmall Airport
Paul C. Miller-Sparta AirportSmall Airport
Plainwell Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Reading AirportSmall Airport
Red Aero Field Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Riverview AirportSmall Airport
Roben Hood AirportWBRSmall Airport
Silver Lake AirportSmall Airport
Somerville AirportSmall Airport
South Haven Area Regional AirportSmall Airport
Tyrone AirportSmall Airport
Van Farowe AirfieldSmall Airport
Walker AirportSmall Airport
Walle FieldSmall Airport
Weller AirportSmall Airport
Wells AirportSmall Airport
West Michigan Regional AirportSmall Airport
White Cloud AirportSmall Airport
Wilderness AirparkSmall Airport
Wilds FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Spring Lake

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Michigan State Police

Grocery Stores in Spring Lake

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 6281Other111 W Exchange St
Dollar General 17783Other14702 Mercury Dr
Dollar General 25311Other16835 148th Ave
Expo Spring Lake Dr IncConvenience Store17035 Lloyds Bayou Dr
Expo Spring Lake IncConvenience Store315 W Savidge St
Orchard Markets 757Supermarket17026 Lloyds Bayou Dr
Spring Lake 265Convenience Store728 E Savidge St
Wesco 07Convenience Store14750 Mercury Dr
Wesco 16Convenience Store502 W Savidge St

Treatment Centers in Spring Lake

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohol and Chemical Abuse Consultants - (ACAC) IncSubstance Abuse231-737-9840
Alcohol and Chemical Abuse Consultants - (ACAC) Inc Roberts StreetSubstance Abuse231-737-9840
Battle Creek VAMC - Muskegon CBOCBoth231-798-4445
Cherry Street Health Services - Muskegon Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse231-767-1921 x7776
Community Mental Health of Ottawa CntyBoth616-842-5350
Eastside Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse231-739-4359
Family Outreach CenterSubstance Abuse616-247-3815
HealthWest - Muskegon CountySubstance Abuse231-722-4357
New Vision Withdrawal Management - SpecialCare CorporationSubstance Abuse616-358-4877
Servicios de Esperanza LLC - Muskegon OfficeSubstance Abuse231-722-7980

DOL Wage Violations in Spring Lake

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $41,036 in back wages owed to 88 employees.

7
Violations
$41,036
Back Wages Owed
88
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Small Town Sandwich Shop 49456 1 $22,836 $1,202 19
TGW Systems, Inc. 49456 2 $8,218 $8,218 1
Eye Care One 49456 1 $5,525 $263 21
Village Baker 49456 1 $1,563 $65 24
Greek Tony's Pizza and Subs 49456 1 $1,507 $377 4
Concept Metals 49456 1 $808 $808 1
Subway 12624 Subway 49456 1 $578 $32 18

Churches & Religious Organizations in Spring Lake

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALL SHORES WESLEYAN CHURCH15550 CLEVELAND ST
BODY OF CHRIST INC19000 CREEKSIDE ESTATES DR
I THIRST FOR YOU MINISTRIES17745 DOGWOOD DR
LAKESHORE LUTHERAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH16790 VAN WAGONER RD
NORTONVILLE GOSPEL CHAPEL14528 LEONARD RD
OLIVET EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH6790 HARVEY RD
OUTLAW MINISTRIES18209 174TH AVE
SAINT MATTHEW LUTHERAN CHURCH15395 RANNES ST
SPRING LAKE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH364 S LAKE AVE
SPRING LAKE PRESBYTERIAN HOUSING CORPORATION FOR EVERGREEN VLG APTS217 DEWITT LANE
STORIES IN GRACE LTD16201 HARBOR POINT DR
THE GATEWAY CHURCH700 MAPLE ST

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
2
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spring Lake

What is the population of Spring Lake?

Spring Lake has a population of 2,530 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 2,024 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.2% female and 45.8% male.

Is Spring Lake expensive to live in?

Spring Lake 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 $75,000, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $271,100 (4% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $947 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Spring Lake safe?

Spring Lake is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,969 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Spring Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Spring Lake?

Spring Lake has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Spring Lake?

The job market in Spring Lake is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,150. There are 6,888 business establishments in the area, including 465 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 18.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Spring Lake?

The median home value in Spring Lake is $271,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $420,946. For renters, the median monthly rent is $947. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.1%. The average annual property tax is $6,878.

How are the schools in Spring Lake?

Schools in Spring Lake score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 42.2% of adults in Spring Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Spring Lake?

The obesity rate in Spring Lake is 32.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.3% of adults are smokers. 17.7% are physically inactive. 28.1% of residents report depression. 4.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,511.

What is transportation like in Spring Lake?

The average commute in Spring Lake is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Spring Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Spring Lake is 93.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2.3% Hispanic or Latino. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 7.4% of the population are military veterans. 8.8% of residents have a disability. 97.7% have health insurance coverage.

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