Caledonia, MI

Caledonia, Michigan

Caledonia, Michigan, in Kent county, is 12 miles SE of Wyoming, Michigan (center to center) and 122 miles E of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Part of the surrounding Grand Rapids - Muskegon - Holland metro area, the village is not an isolated village. Caledonia is home to some 1,102 residents.

The People and Families of Caledonia

In Caledonia, about 63% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this village.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Caledonia had a median family income of $56,429. The large segment of the population in Caledonia with spending money keeps the village vital. Fewer people in the village are poor than in most places in Michigan. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Caledonia. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in the village.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($15,030) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Caledonia. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the village.

Caledonia Housing

According to the 2000 census, 62% of the housing in Caledonia was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the village have gone up relatively recently. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Caledonia, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Caledonia, 91% of commuters drive to work. People in the village expect to drive a lot. The village does not have a lot of public transportation.

High Points

Caledonia strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Michigan):

Category	Trophy
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers)	Top 8%
People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers)	Top 8%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers)	Top 9%
Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers)	Top 10%
College Educated Adults (vs. Peers)	Top 11%
Median Family Income (vs. Peers)	Top 14%

Comparative Profile of Caledonia, MI

Comparing Caledonia to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Michigan (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Children Under 5 Years Old
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Male Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Working at Home
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Housing Recently Built
People Living Alone
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes

Caledonia Almanac

Caledonia Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Caledonia Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Caledonia, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

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Caledonia High Schools (2004)

CALEDONIA HIGH SCHOOL
9757 DUNCAN LAKE AVENUE SE
616-891-8129
Serves 1,040 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 18.9

CALEDONIA ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL
330 JOHNSON
616-891-0236
A Non-traditional School
Serves 16 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 3.3

Caledonia Colleges

(List of All Michigan Colleges)

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