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Olivet, MI


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Olivet, Michigan

Olivet, Michigan, in Eaton county, is 15 miles NE of Battle Creek, Michigan (center to center) and 88 miles NW of Toledo, Ohio. The city is considered part of the Lansing - East Lansing metropolitan area. Olivet has a population of 1,758.

The People and Families of Olivet

In Olivet, about 28% of adults are married. Olivet is known for its large population of single adults.

Approximately 16% of Olivet is non-white. Olivet boasts a diverse population for Michigan, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.

Interestingly, the city is known for having more men than similar cities.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Olivet had a median family income of $40,781. To its credit, the people in Olivet value education and a large proportion are college graduates.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 election, George W. Bush was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Olivet ($250). Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Olivet Housing

About 45% of housing units in Olivet are owner-occupied. Many residents rent one-bedroom or studio apartments.

Commuting

In Olivet, 77% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Olivet College Educated Adults
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Olivet Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Olivet, MI

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population910
Racial Diversity99
Well-Paid Single Women85
Well-Paid Single Men86
Children Under 5 Years Old54
Female Share of the Population21
Senior Citizens11
Age of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size78
Portion of People Married12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults98
People Above Poverty65
Median Family Income54
People in Middle Class or Better42

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times88
Public Transportation Use66
Working at Home43
Walking and Biking to Work32

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals108
People Living Alone76
Affordability of Rents68
Affordability of Property Taxes46
Housing Recently Built33
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
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