Holland, MI

U.S. News Ratings
Population 35,776
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income High

Geography

The city is located along Lake Macatawa, an inland lake just outside Lake Michigan's eastern shore.

Cultural Attractions

Holland celebrates its Dutch heritage through various museums, the only authentic Dutch windmill in the United States, and the annual Tulip Time Festival.

Recreation

Holland State Park and Tunnel Park provide residents with beaches and water activities.

Historical

Holland's founders, who escaped religious oppression in the Netherlands, dug a channel between Lake Michigan and Black Lake when the state refused to aid their efforts for development.

Climate

Holland experiences warm summers and very cold winters.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
35,776
Population under 55:
75.9%
Population over 55:
24.1%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Milwaukee

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Good
Temperature:
76°F July High, 7°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$39,862
Median home price:
$85,000
Average property tax:
$333

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
10.3%
High
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
10
Middle schools:
10
High schools:
6

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
1
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
6
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
11

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
10/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
23/0

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
791

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