Van Buren County, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
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
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
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
75,681 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,902 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$189,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$559 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$656 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.0% 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 20 24
Feb 2 14 27
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 4 40
Dec 2 17 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Covert Middle School
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
Covert Elementary School
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
Covert High School
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
North Elementary School
6 miles, S • 2.3 star

Colleges

Lake Michigan College
14 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Twin City Beauty College
17 miles, SW • 1 star
Andrews University
22 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Southwestern Michigan College
25 miles, S • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Bronson South Haven Hospital
8 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Lakeland Hospital, St Joseph
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Bronson Lakeview Hospital
21 miles, SE • 4.1 star

Airports

South Bend International Airport
40 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
57 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
61 miles, NE • 1 star