South Haven, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
3,994 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,338 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$372,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$716 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$624 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Van Buren County
3
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

Van Buren County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 23
Feb 2 13 27
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 2 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 2 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 2 4 40
Dec 2 17 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

South Haven High School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Lincoln School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Lake Michigan College
22 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Twin City Beauty College
25 miles, SW • 1 star
Hope College
28 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Bronson South Haven Hospital
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Allegan General Hospital
22 miles, E • 3.2 star
Bronson Lakeview Hospital
23 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
48 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
50 miles, E • 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
53 miles, NE • 1 star
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