Berrien Springs, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,043 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
50.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,545 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$148,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$485 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$736 $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 20 25
Feb 2 14 28
Mar 2 6 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 3 4 40
Dec 3 18 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 17, MI State House District 37, MI
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Schools

Berrien County Truancy Academy
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Berrien Springs High School
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Andrews University
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Lake Michigan College
11 miles, N • 1.4 star
Twin City Beauty College
11 miles, N • 1 star
Southwestern Michigan College
13 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph
12 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
17 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
77 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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