Alma Public RecordsMichigan

Alma, Gratiot County, MI, has a homeownership rate around 63%, with a median home value near $104,000 (2022). Median rent is about $730/month. The housing stock includes older single-family homes, multifamily units, and some newer developments. Popular neighborhoods are Northside and downtown. Property values have risen about 8% year-over-year. Annual property taxes average 1.93% of home value. Rental vacancy rates are relatively high, reflecting a stable but modestly appreciating market.

Alma, Gratiot County, MI, serves students with 5 public schools (including Alma High School), scoring an average of 36.2/100 on state assessments. About 15.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district offers Advanced Placement courses and vocational programs, while adult education opportunities are available through Alma College. School safety is a priority, with Alma Public Schools reporting zero major incidents in 2022. Programs emphasize STEM, arts, and special education, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Alma, located in Gratiot County, Michigan, is served primarily by MyMichigan Medical Center Alma, a 97-bed hospital offering emergency, surgical, and specialty care. The city also has several urgent care clinics and primary care providers. Around 92% of Gratiot County residents have health insurance, with Medicare and Medicaid covering a significant portion; about 17% of the population is over 65. Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and obesity, with adult obesity rates near 36%. Access to healthcare is generally good, though rural residents may face transportation barriers to specialty care.

As of the 2020 Census, Alma city in Gratiot County, Michigan, had a population of 9,488. The median age was 33.4 years. Gender distribution was roughly balanced with 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the population was 88.2% White, 4.1% Black or African American, 0.7% Asian, 0.7% Native American, and 4.9% identifying as two or more races; 8.0% were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Alma, Michigan’s transportation is dominated by personal vehicles, with about 84% of commuters driving alone and an average commute time of 18 minutes (2022 ACS). Around 9% of households lack vehicle access. Public transit options are limited; only about 0.7% of residents use available systems such as Gratiot-Isabella Regional Transit. The city’s infrastructure includes major roads like US-127 and M-46, vital for connecting to regional employment centers. Key employment hubs are Alma College, MidMichigan Medical Center–Gratiot, and local manufacturing plants, influencing commuting patterns within and outside the city.