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Boring and a dying town 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 14, 2020) Nothing to do for the youth and the old. School system is horrible and choose a child bully out. We seem to keep losing business hardly grow and I want out of this miserable place. Traffic is wild and the police force are never to be found when people are blowing red lights and c ...Read More an't wait in the turn lane almost hitting pedestrians. The attraction here are so lame we have a nice light pointing at a old bicycle... Most of our parks have no lighting at night so you can't see and they are closed at 11 so good luck doing anything if your young... Go to the bar and get hammered... Read Less
Alpena: On the Banks of Lake Huron 3 rating By Anonymous ( May 28, 2018) I call Alpena, Michigan home and absolutely love living in Alpena, Michigan. This place is located on Lake Huron in an area known as Thunder Bay. The best areas in Alpena, Michigan include areas located on the shores of Lake Huron. You will find lighthouses to explore and multipl ...Read More e wildlife areas including Michigan Islands National Wildlife Refuge.

Alpena is located along the Lake State Railway so rail transportation is a possibility if needed. The cost of living here is steep. Many people do have a problem finding a job here that actually pays enough to afford the apartments and homes in the area. This area could definitely use more job opportunities.

The area is slowly growing. I am sure some would like to see faster growth, but I love how this area is keeping its small-town feel. Everyone is just friendly to everyone here. The crime rate is relatively low and I have just fell in love with the area. It offers the basics and great view of Lake Heron with tons of recreational opportunities for water lovers. Read Less
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B- Alpena Amenities

Are there many local amenities in Alpena? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

Parks

Alpena Island Park
Russel T Gleason Roadside Park
Thomson Park
Alpena Duck Park
Alpena North Side Skate Park

Entertainment

Thunder Bay Theater
Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
Besser Museum

Food & Drink

Austen Brothers Brew Pub
Red Brick Tap and Barrel
John A Laus Restaurant and Saloon
JJ's Steak and Pizza House
McDonald's

F Alpena Commute

Is public transit available in Alpena? Of all people who commute, 1.1% take public transportation in Alpena.
Drive to Work
83%

7% higher than the US average

Take Public Transit
1%

4% lower than the US average

Walk to Work
1%

1% lower than the US average

A- Alpena Cost of Living

What is the cost of living in Alpena? The cost of living in Alpena is 83/100 - which is 7% lower than Michigan.
Alpena
83

17% less expensive than average

Michigan
89

11% less expensive than average

United States
100

National cost of living index

C- Alpena Crime

What is the crime rate in Alpena? Alpena crime rates are 1,628, which are 11% lower than Michigan
Total Crime
1,628 per 100k people

31% lower than the US average

Chance of being a victim
1 in 62

31% lower than the US average

Year-over-year crime
-26%

Year over year crime is down

F Alpena Employment

What is the median income in Alpena? The median income in Alpena is $35,490 which is 30% lower than Michigan.
Median household income
$35,49036% lower than the US average
Income per capita
$20,48831% lower than the US average
Unemployment rate
5%

11% higher than the US average

A- Alpena Health & Safety

Is Alpena a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

Hospitals

Alpena Regional Medical Center

Pharmacies

Doctors

D+ Alpena Housing

What are Alpena home prices? Alpena home prices are $76,500 - which is 40% lower than Michigan
Median home value
$76,50059% lower than the US average
Median rent price
$57440% lower than the US average
Home Ownership
61%

4% lower than the US average

F Alpena Schools

Does Alpena have good schools? The Alpena graduation rate is 86% - which is equal to Michigan
High school grad. rates
86%

4% higher than the US average

School test scores
36%

25% lower than the US average

Student teacher ratio
18:1

11% higher than the US average

F Alpena User Ratings

Is Alpena a good place to live? Alpena has an overall rating of 35% from 4 reviews.
Overall user rating
35%

4 total ratings

User reviews rating
35%

2 total reviews

User surveys rating
34%

2 total surveys

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