Edwardsburg, MI

Michigan · Cass County · South Bend-Mishawaka Metro

Edwardsburg is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,244. Residents earn $53,661 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,244 Population 1,367/sq mi density

$53,661 Median Income $27,751 per capita

$115,400 Home Value $291,122 Zillow

$1,023 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

115 Violent Crime/100K 860 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.4 / 5.0

$53,661 median income, 2.7% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$115,400 home value, $1,023/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

115 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)

Education

2.3 / 5.0

15.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $53,661

29% lower than US avg

Home Value $115,400

59% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 115/100K

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.9%

53% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,023

12% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.5%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.7%

25% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.9%

28% higher than US avg

How Edwardsburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,244

Median Age42.2 yrs

Density1,367/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans6.9%

Economy

Median Income$53,661

Per Capita$27,751

Unemployment2.7%

Poverty15.9%

County GDP$1,897M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$115,400

Rent$1,023

Ownership71.5%

Zillow$291,122

Housing Units625

Rent Burden29.2%

Crime

Violent115/100K

Property860/100K

Health

Obesity36.5%

Uninsured7.7%

Smoking17.9%

Depression30.0%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain41.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation824 ft (251 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.9%

High School+91.0%

Graduate+3.7%

School Score5.20

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%

Commute21 min

Broadband90.7%

EV Stations2

Libraries7

Is Edwardsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edwardsburg receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Edwardsburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edwardsburg is $53,661, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edwardsburg is $115,400, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,023 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Edwardsburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 860 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Edwardsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 62.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Edwardsburg has a population of 1,244 with a density of 1,367 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly White (94.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.5% of residents. 6.9% of the population are veterans. 17.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,244

Total Population

1,367

People / sq mi

42.2yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Edwardsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.5%

27% above US avg

Spanish 0.5%

96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edwardsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edwardsburg is $53,661, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,751 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $998, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 932 business establishments, including 64 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Edwardsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,661
	29% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,751
Avg Weekly Wage	$998
IRS Avg AGI	$83,974
Gini Index	0.465 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.7%
	25% below US avg
Poverty Rate	15.9%
	28% above US avg
Establishments (County)	932
County GDP	$1,897M

Business (County)

Restaurants	64
Healthcare	60
Retail	113
Manufacturing	75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,290
	80% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.5 min
Drive Alone	80.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Edwardsburg is $115,400, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,122, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,023 (12% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 71.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 625 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $6,290 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$115,400
	59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$291,122

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$151
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.2%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,023
	12% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$807
1 Bedroom	$891
2 Bedrooms	$1,113
3 Bedrooms	$1,419
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	71.5%
Owner-Occupied	71.5%
Renter-Occupied	28.5%
Housing Units	625
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,290
	80% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.45%

In Edwardsburg, 36.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 32.4% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.1% report binge drinking. 25.5% are physically inactive. 30.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,680. The dentist ratio is 1:3,427. 62.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Edwardsburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.5%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	10.1%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	32.4%
Asthma	12.1%
COPD	8.3%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.9%
	28% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.1%
Physical Inactivity	25.5%
Depression	30.0%
Mental Distress	20.5%
Physical Distress	14.6%
Short Sleep	36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.2%
Uninsured	7.7%
	10% below US avg
Primary Care	1:4,680
Dentists	1:3,427
Mental Health	1:939
Checkup Rate	76.7%
Dental Visits	64.5%
Premature Death	9,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	62.9%
Healthcare Facilities	60

Edwardsburg has a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 860 per 100,000, 56% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Edwardsburg receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Edwardsburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	114.7/100K
	70% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	860.1/100K
	56% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Traffic Accidents	33
Avg Accident Severity	3.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Edwardsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 62.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 824 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	50.3°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	824 ft (251 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	1,367/sq mi
Coordinates	41.7954°N, 86.0835°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Cass County County
Nearest Airport	South Bend International (SBN) 13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"

10% above US avg

Snowfall 62.5"

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.94"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.81"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0468 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	47.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	52.6 / 100
Community Resilience	49.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 30, 2015.

May 2, 2015	5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan	M4.2	73 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	94 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	144 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	55 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	145 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

404 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 159 fatalities, 2,067 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF5	96 km	17
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	70 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	31 km	31
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	76 km	23
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	26 km	36
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	90 km	21
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	37 km	5
May 27, 2019	EF3	91 km	0
Oct 18, 2007	EF3	56 km	0
Oct 24, 2001	EF3	35 km	1
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	89 km	1
May 15, 1986	EF3	93 km	0
May 13, 1980	EF3	49 km	0
May 13, 1980	EF3	64 km	5
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	74 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	74 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	66 km	5
Oct 24, 1967	EF3	98 km	0
Nov 26, 1965	EF3	36 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	75 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1954	MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN)	Avalanche	3.0 m	7	67 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 ac, 1988).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1988	ALLEGAN6	1,077	87 km
1986	OGDEN DUNS	863	97 km
2021	21-INDU TOLLESTON DUNES EAST	594	96 km
2017	17 INDU COWLES DUNES	522	86 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	27°F (-3°C)	1.8 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	2.8 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.7 in
May	60°F (15°C)	3.4 in
June	69°F (21°C)	3.9 in	Wettest
July	72°F (22°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in
September	64°F (18°C)	3.8 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.1 in
November	40°F (5°C)	3.2 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	3.0 in

Edwardsburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 26°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.8").

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Edwardsburg is located in Cass County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 15.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.4% of the vote, a 33.9-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 60 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%

D 32.5%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Traffic Accidents	33
Avg Accident Severity	3.7 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.9%
	53% below US avg
High School+	91.0%
Graduate Degree+	3.7%
School Test Score	5.20

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,367/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Cass County County

Services

Broadband Access	90.7%
Avg Download Speed	213.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	128.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	60
Restaurants	64
Retail Stores	113

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.5 min
Drive Alone	80.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.7%

Average costs for common services in Edwardsburg. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$577
Toddler	$577
Preschool	$523
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$686
Toddler	$703
Preschool	$703

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cass County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	2,023	76	$56,947	2.63
Accommodation & Food Services	1,156	68	$18,546	1.36
Retail Trade	793	98	$33,036	0.85
Other Services	598	83	$56,878	2.12
Construction	361	99	$58,582	0.73
Administrative & Waste Services	350	59	$51,983	0.63
Professional & Technical Services	343	66	$71,235	0.53
Wholesale Trade	324	41	$83,395	0.88
Finance & Insurance	228	34	$84,699	0.60
Arts & Entertainment	193	19	$20,553	1.23
Real Estate	48	22	$38,580	0.33
Unclassified	34	8	$57,465	2.60
Information & Technology	16	10	$121,546	0.09
Management of Companies	13	4	$119,831	0.08

Schools in Edwardsburg

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Edwardsburg High School	High	815	34	24.0:1
Edwardsburg Middle School	Middle	643	29	22.2:1
Edwardsburg Intermediate School	Elementary	404	19	21.3:1
Edwardsburg Primary School	Elementary	363	19	19.1:1
Eagle Lake Elementary School	Elementary	349	19	18.4:1

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Radio Stations near Edwardsburg

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WETF-LP FM 105.7 South Bend, IN	—	MP3 128 kbps
89.1 WIDR FM	—	MP3 256 kbps

National Parks Near Edwardsburg

14 national parks and monuments found near Edwardsburg.

Park	Type	Fee
Bass Lake State Beach	State Park	Free
Chain O' Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Mere State Park	State Park	Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach)	State Park	Free
Indiana Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Jasper Dairy Road Park	State Park	Free
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park	State Park	Free
Potato Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Tippecanoe River State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Woods State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Edwardsburg

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,249	$31,094
2015	1,242	$30,333
2017	1,242	$35,714
2019	1,247	$49,643
2021	1,304	$50,893
2023	1,291	$53,661

Museums in Edwardsburg

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
GREENE-NIEUWLAND HERBARIUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		5746316684	$1,584,150,976
SNITE MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM			$1,584,150,976
MOREAU ART GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM			$96,204,460
VINCENT GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$19,565,669
WELLFIELD BOTANIC GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		5742662006	$2,201,575
NORTHERN IN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5742359664	$1,547,772
RV-MH HERITAGE FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		5742932344	$1,127,848
SOUTH BEND MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM			$1,001,785
STUDEBAKER NATIONAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5742359714	$937,935
POTAWATOMI ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		5742884639	$891,388
MIDWEST MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART FOUNDATION	ART MUSEUM		5742936660	$685,057
UNDERGROUND RAILROAD SOCIETY OF CASS COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2696460401	$125,337
BOTANICAL SOCIETY OF SOUTH BEND	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
CASS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	201 E DIVISION ST	2697832560
CASS COUNTY PIONEER LOG CABIN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	400 S BROADWAY ST	2694453759
CHAPIN PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COPSHAHOLM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2192359664
EDWARDSBURG MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
ELKHART COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5748484322
FORT ST JOSEPH HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT ST JOSEPH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2696834702
GOSHEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5745331053
HALL OF HEROES SUPER HERO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5742930755
HEALTHWORKS KIDS' MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	111 WEST JEFFERSON BOULEVARD SUITE 200	5746475437
JIMTOWN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5745223362
MEMORIAL HEALTHWORKS! KIDS' MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	111 WEST JEFFERSON, SUITE 200	5746472693
MILITARY HONOR PARK AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	4300 VETERANS DRIVE	5742612066
MILLER'S RAY ANTIQUE AUTO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5745220539
NATIONAL NEW YORK CONTROL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5742943001
NEW YORK CENTRAL RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
NILES ART ASSOCIATION	ART MUSEUM		2696836415
OMNI MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5742882513
OSCEOLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RUTHMERE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		5742640330
RUTHMERE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2192640330
SMITHS CHAPEL HISTORICAL COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
SUGGS HISTORIAL SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
USS JOSEPH STRAUSS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7169854273
WOODLAWN NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	604 WOODLAWN AVE	5742640525

Libraries in Edwardsburg

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ST JOSEPH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	304 SOUTH MAIN STREET	1,152,822
MISHAWAKA-PENN-HARRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY	209 LINCOLN WAY EAST	480,564
ELKHART PUBLIC LIBRARY	300 SOUTH 2ND STREET	303,879
NILES DISTRICT LIBRARY	620 EAST MAIN STREET	169,489
CASS DISTRICT LIBRARY	319 M-62 NORTH	73,992
DOWAGIAC DISTRICT LIBRARY	211 COMMERCIAL STREET	49,320
EAU CLAIRE DISTRICT LIBRARY	6528 EAST MAIN STREET	12,276

Farmers Markets in Edwardsburg

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cassopolis Farmers Market	980 East State Street (across from the Phillips 66 station)				Visit
Elkhart Community Farmer's Market	100 North Elkhart Ave.	June to October	Sat:9:00 am - 3:00 pm;
Goshen Farmers Market	212 W Washington St	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Granger Farmers Market	12435 Adams Road	05/01/2014 to 09/01/2014	Tue: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;Thu: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Niles French Market	corner of Front & Main Street				Visit
Purple Porch Co-op	123 N. Hill St.		Wed: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Shelton's Farm Market & Garden Center	1832 S. 11th St	01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013	Mon: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM;Tue: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM;Wed: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM;Thu: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM;Fri: 8:30 AM-8:0	Yes	Visit
South Bend Farmers Market	1105 Northside Boulevard	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Tue: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Urban Garden Farmers Market	1005-1006 Portage Ave	06/03/2017 to 10/28/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Woodlawn Nature Center Harvest Market	604 Woodlawn Ave	05/23/2014 to 10/10/2014	Fri: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Breweries in Edwardsburg

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bare Hands Brewery	Brewers	12804 Sandy Ct	5742772258	Visit
Blue Lantern Steak & Seafood	Bars & Grills Beer Taverns & Pubs Steak House Restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Steak & Chop Restaurants, B	928 E Mckinley Ave	574-255-2005, 5742552005	Visit
Evil Czech Brewery	Brewers	3703 N Main St	5748553070, 5742593845	Visit
Green Star Cafe	Bars & Clubs, food and drink, Cafes, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, recreation, Ta	1605 Miami St	574-287-9606, 5742879606
Library Irish Pub	South Bend Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, South Ben	113 E Wayne St	5742830452
S Bend Brew Werks Llc	Brewers	216 S Michigan Saint 6
South Bend Brew Werks	Brewers	216 S Michigan St	5743340356
Starz	Bars & Grills Beer Taverns & Pubs, Bars & Grills, Beer Taverns & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar &	1505 Kendall St	5742887827	Visit

Cell Towers in Edwardsburg

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
NILES CELL SITE: 2814 U.S. #31 NORTH	TOWER	152
24811 BUTCH SETTLEMENT ROAD (118576)	GTOWER	97
24811 BUTCH SETTLEMENT ROAD (118576)	GTOWER	97
10844 MCKINLEY HIGHWAY	TOWER	95
27427 Building A M 60 West (110737)	LTOWER	81
27427 Building A M 60 West (110737)	LTOWER	81
1123 Mayflower Road (98314)	GTOWER	81
1123 Mayflower Road (98314)	GTOWER	81
63795 - 3 INDIANA STATE ROAD 19	LTOWER	79
2491 WORELL STREET (111537)	LTOWER	79
2491 WORELL STREET (111537)	LTOWER	79
63795 - 3 INDIANA STATE ROAD 19	LTOWER	79
52530 Beech Road	GTOWER	76
11555 Kern Rd	GTOWER	76
11555 Kern Rd	GTOWER	76
52530 Beech Road	GTOWER	76
2607 S. 11th Street (18918)	MTOWER	61
2607 S. 11th Street (18918)	MTOWER	61
29698 COUNTY ROAD 2	MTOWER	59
29698 COUNTY ROAD 2	MTOWER	59
2187 Bldg. A Thomson Road (111132)	MTOWER	59
2187 Bldg. A Thomson Road (111132)	MTOWER	59
13981 STATE ROAD 23	LTOWER	59
13981 STATE ROAD 23	LTOWER	59
70400 THARP LAKE ROAD (18927)	MTOWER	59
70400 THARP LAKE ROAD (18927)	MTOWER	59
2630-B Old US 20 West	MTOWER	59
2630-B Old US 20 West	MTOWER	59
317 N 3RD ST (159075)	LTOWER	58
317 N 3RD ST (159075)	LTOWER	58
2257 Reum Rd. (111090)	GTOWER	52
2257 Reum Rd. (111090)	GTOWER	52
52861 County Road 11	GTOWER	50
52861 County Road 11	GTOWER	50
GRANGER CELL SITE: 11035 ANDERSON ROAD	TOWER	50
DRAGOON CELL SITE - 60094 DOGWOOD ROAD {ADJACENT TO}	TOWER	50
East of County Line Rd on Lincolnway	GTOWER	49
East of County Line Rd on Lincolnway	GTOWER	49

Fire Stations in Edwardsburg

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Edwardsburg Fire Department	69910 M-62	Volunteer			269-663-2160

Bridges in Edwardsburg

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	228	4,513	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	216	3,954	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	308	2,800	F

Amtrak Stations in Edwardsburg

4 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Dowagiac, MI	200 Depot Drive	TRAIN
Elkhart, IN	131 Tyler Avenue	TRAIN
Niles, MI	598 Dey Street	TRAIN
South Bend, IN	2702 West Washington Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Edwardsburg

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AM GENERAL LLC	13200 MCKINLEY HWY	ST. JOSEPH
INDECK-NILES, LLC	2200 PROGRESSIVE AVENUE	CASS
U.S. AVIEX	1800 TERMINAL RD.	BERRIEN

Airports Near Edwardsburg

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport	AZO	Medium Airport
Michigan City Municipal Airport	MGC	Medium Airport
South Bend International Airport	SBN	Medium Airport
Almena Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Field	—	Small Airport
Andrews University Airpark	—	Small Airport
Arens Field	—	Small Airport
Arrowhead Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Ball Field	—	Small Airport
Baroda Airport	—	Small Airport
Benedick Airport	—	Small Airport
Berger Airport	—	Small Airport
Birkey Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackmon Field	—	Small Airport
Blairport Airport	—	Small Airport
C. V. Airport	—	Small Airport
Chain-O-Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Chicora Field	—	Small Airport
Coldbrook Field	—	Small Airport
Countryview Airport	—	Small Airport
Creighton Airport	—	Small Airport
Crump Airport	—	Small Airport
Ddt Field	—	Small Airport
Dillon Airport	—	Small Airport
Dowagiac Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Drake Field	—	Small Airport
Dreessen Field	—	Small Airport
East Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Eby Field	—	Small Airport
Elkhart Municipal Airport	EKI	Small Airport
Flying U Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Foos Field	—	Small Airport
Fulton County Airport	RCR	Small Airport
Gordon Airport	—	Small Airport
Goshen Municipal Airport	GSH	Small Airport
Green Field	—	Small Airport
H R Weisser Airport	—	Small Airport
Hancock Airport	—	Small Airport
Heritage Farm Field	—	Small Airport
Homestead Airport	—	Small Airport
Hull Airport	—	Small Airport
Hustons Airport	—	Small Airport
I & C Field	—	Small Airport
Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport	NLE	Small Airport
Kay Field	—	Small Airport
Kerby Field	—	Small Airport
Kirsch Municipal Airport	IRS	Small Airport
La Porte Municipal Airport	LPO	Small Airport
Mattawan Airpark	—	Small Airport
May's Strip	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Edwardsburg

19 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Cass County Sheriff Department	321 North M-62
Cass County Sheriff Department	321 North M-62
Cassopolis Police Department
Cassopolis Police Department
Dowagiac Police Department
Eau Claire Police Department
Edwardsburg Police Department
Howard Township Police Department
Indiana State Police
IUSB Police Department
Mishawaka Police Department	200 North Church Street
Niles Police Department	1600 Silverbrook Avenue
Niles Township Police Department
Notre Dame Security Police
Osceola Police Department	850 Lincoln Way West
Pokagon Band Tribal Police	2906 Prairie Avenue
Roseland Police Department
South Bend Police Department	101 West Sample Street
St. Joseph County Police

Grocery Stores in Edwardsburg

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 20923	Other	19663 US Highway 12
Dollar General 24309	Other	24115 US Highway 12
Dollar General 7549	Other	69199 M 62

Post Offices in Edwardsburg

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Edwardsburg Post Office	68926 Cass Street

Treatment Centers in Edwardsburg

12 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Addictions Recovery Centers Inc	Substance Abuse	574-533-6154
Addictions Recovery Centers Inc	Substance Abuse	574-293-1086
CleanSlate Centers - Elkhart	Substance Abuse	574-218-7131
Crossroads Counseling	Substance Abuse	574-233-4183
Dockside Services	Substance Abuse	574-299-8595
InterCare Community Health Network - InterCare Eau Claire	Both	269-427-7937
Memorial Epworth of South Bend	Mental Health	574-647-8400 x8340
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center Inc	Both	574-533-1234
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center Inc	Both	574-533-1234
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center Inc	Both	574-283-1234
VA Northern Indiana Healthcare System - St Joseph CBOC	Both	574-272-9000
Victory Clinic Services II	Substance Abuse	574-233-1524

Churches & Religious Organizations in Edwardsburg

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHURCH OF EDWARDSBURG	69950 M 62
CLOTHED IN RIGHTEOUSNESS CHURCH INC	69535 FOX XING
EDWARDSBURG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	PO BOX 444
FIRST PENTECOSTAL CHURCH	27262 US HIGHWAY 12
HOPE OF EDWARDSBURG	PO BOX 624
HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF EDWARDSBURG	PO BOX 624
ONTWA BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 239

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edwardsburg

What is the population of Edwardsburg?

Edwardsburg has a population of 1,244 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,367 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Edwardsburg expensive to live in?

Edwardsburg has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $53,661, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,400 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,023 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Edwardsburg safe?

Edwardsburg is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 860 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Edwardsburg receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Edwardsburg?

Edwardsburg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 62.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Edwardsburg?

The job market in Edwardsburg is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $998. There are 932 business establishments in the area, including 64 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 4.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Edwardsburg?

The median home value in Edwardsburg is $115,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,122. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,023. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,290.

How are the schools in Edwardsburg?

Schools in Edwardsburg score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.9% of adults in Edwardsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Edwardsburg?

The obesity rate in Edwardsburg is 36.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 25.5% are physically inactive. 30.0% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance. 62.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,680.

What is transportation like in Edwardsburg?

The average commute in Edwardsburg is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Edwardsburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Edwardsburg is 94.8% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 99.5% of residents speak only English at home. 6.9% of the population are military veterans. 17.8% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Granger, IN 30,279 pop · 4.8 mi Simonton Lake, IN 4,113 pop · 6.5 mi Niles, MI 11,838 pop · 8.9 mi Osceola, IN 2,583 pop · 9.0 mi Cassopolis, MI 1,763 pop · 9.0 mi Mishawaka, IN 50,907 pop · 9.2 mi Elkhart, IN 53,726 pop · 9.5 mi Notre Dame, IN 6,754 pop · 10.4 mi South Bend, IN 102,866 pop · 12.6 mi Dowagiac, MI 5,677 pop · 13.1 mi Dunlap, IN 6,602 pop · 13.9 mi Ardmore, IN 1,807 pop · 14.3 mi Bristol, IN 1,903 pop · 14.4 mi Buchanan, MI 4,259 pop · 14.7 mi

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