Benton Harbor, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Van Buren County County
Benton Harbor, MI
At a Glance
How Benton Harbor Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Benton Harbor's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Benton Harbor a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Benton Harbor residents earn a median household income of $29,652 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,108. The unemployment rate stands at 20.8% (478% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 42.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,643 business establishments, including 164 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Benton Harbor is $75,500 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $160,358. Median rent is $775/month, with 40.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Benton Harbor reports 1,851 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 387% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,600/100K.
Education
7.8% of adults in Benton Harbor hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 80.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Benton Harbor has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches.