Niles Metro Area, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
153,411 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,152 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$211,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$547 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$738 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 24
Feb 2 13 27
Mar 2 6 37
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 3 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 3 41
Dec 2 16 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 17, MI State House District 38, MI
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Schools

New Buffalo Senior High School
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
New Buffalo Middle School
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
New Buffalo Elementary School
1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Springfield Elementary School
5 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Andrews University
23 miles, E • 2.3 star
Twin City Beauty College
24 miles, NE • 1 star
Saint Mary's College
26 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Holy Cross College
26 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

La Porte Hospital
13 miles, S • 3.2 star
Porter Regional Hospital
23 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph
25 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
23 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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