Dowagiac, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Cass County County
Dowagiac, MI
At a Glance
How Dowagiac Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dowagiac's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dowagiac a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dowagiac residents earn a median household income of $38,433 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,286. The unemployment rate stands at 11.9% (231% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 932 business establishments, including 64 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dowagiac is $110,300 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $231,862. Median rent is $722/month, with 30.0% 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 1953.
Safety & Crime
Dowagiac reports 689 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,463/100K.
Education
12.1% of adults in Dowagiac hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 85.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dowagiac has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.