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Benton Heights, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Van Buren County County
Benton Heights, MI
At a Glance
How Benton Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Benton Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Benton Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Benton Heights residents earn a median household income of $33,871 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,217. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 32.8% 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 Heights is $87,500 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $148,189. Median rent is $546/month, with 24.7% 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 Heights reports 2,526 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 565% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,382/100K.
Education
11.4% of adults in Benton Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 77.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Benton Heights has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.