Niles Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
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
14,338 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,412 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$166,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$412 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$784 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.6% 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 17 24
Feb 2 12 27
Mar 2 5 37
Apr 2 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 2 3 41
Dec 2 15 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

WAY Niles
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

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

Memorial Hospital of South Bend
12 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
10 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
81 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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