Buchanan, 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 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
4,259 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,068 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$138,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$630 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$755 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.2% 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 28
Mar 2 6 38
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 4 42
Dec 3 16 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Buchanan High School
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Moccasin Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Buchanan Step Up
<1 miles, SW
Buchanan Virtual Academy
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Andrews University
9 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Saint Mary's College
10 miles, S • 2.8 star
Holy Cross College
11 miles, S • 1.9 star
University of Notre Dame
11 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital of South Bend
12 miles, S • 2.3 star
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
13 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
9 miles, S • 1.4 star
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