Grand Rapids
United States, North America
0.2M people
America/Detroit
English
City
Midwestern US
Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids is a city in the state of Michigan, known for its brewing industry, art scene, and outdoor recreation opportunities.
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
88
Living costs
Very Expensive
Healthcare
88
Medical
Excellent
20°
L: 10°
Best time to visitJune
Annual rainfall
1000mmCost of Living
88
Overall Cost
Very Expensive
75
Rent Index
Expensive
92
Groceries
Very Expensive
85
Restaurants
Very Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,200
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,800
City center
Cost vs Global Average38% higher
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
82
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
82
Excellent
Excellent82
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Very Good
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
78
Excellent
Good78
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
99
Outstanding
Excellent99
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
75
Excellent
Good75
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 70/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 85/100
Entertainment
78/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$55K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
15
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
78
out of 100
Good78
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
88
Excellent
Excellent88
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
90
Expensive
Bad90
System Overview
System Type
Mixed
Emergency Number
911
Hospital Density
250
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
78
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent92
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
88
Health Index
LIFESPAN
78
Years
HOSPITALS
250
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
35
Fair
Poor35
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
75
Good
Good75
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
65
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$50
Public Transport
PER LITER
$0.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
60
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
70
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
50
Fair
Nearby Airports
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
60
Good
Average60
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
70
Good
Good70
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
50 Index
Average50
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$50
per month
Fuel
$0.8
per liter
Taxi
$2.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
5
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
80
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
80
Excellent
Major Universities
Grand Valley State University
Higher education institution
Calvin University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
80
Excellent80
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
85
Excellent85
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
78
Good78
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
70
Good70
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
99
Excellent99
Language Barrier
Low
5
Bad5
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
75
Good75
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
15
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure80/100
Visa Process95/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$55,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$60/month
Visa Info
US visa requirements apply
Business Freedom85/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease75/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 5/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency99/100
Cultural Diversity70/100
Official Languages
English
Tipping Culture
Customary
Weekend Culture
Relaxed
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Detroit
Languages
English
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Mixed
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Customary
Weekend Culture
Relaxed
Best Time to Visit
June
July
August
September
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
US visa requirements apply
Key Statistics
0.2M
Population
88
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$1.2K
1BR Rent
60
Transport
$55K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Grand Valley State University
Nearby location
Calvin University
Nearby location
Airports
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Nearby location
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