Benton charter Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
14,292 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,169 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$127,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$492 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$593 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Berrien County
4
Niles Metro Area
4
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Berrien County
3
Niles Metro Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 25
Feb 2 13 27
Mar 2 6 37
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 3 41
Dec 2 15 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MI State Senate District 20, MI State House District 38, MI
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Schools

Global Dual Language School
1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
STEAM Academy at MLK
2 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

Lake Michigan College
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Twin City Beauty College
5 miles, W • 1 star
Andrews University
11 miles, S • 2.3 star
Southwestern Michigan College
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph
4 miles, W • 4.1 star
Bronson South Haven Hospital
20 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
28 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
69 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
73 miles, NE • 1 star
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