Fair Plain, MI

Michigan · Van Buren County

Fair Plain is a small city in Michigan with a population of 6,992. Residents earn $55,536 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

6,992 Population 1,626/sq mi density

$55,536 Median Income $30,653 per capita

$147,800 Home Value $148,189 Zillow

$989 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

2,526 Violent Crime/100K 5,382 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$55,536 median income, 10.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$147,800 home value, $989/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

2,526 violent crimes/100K (565% above avg)

C+

Education

3.0 / 5.0

24.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $55,536

26% lower than US avg

Home Value $147,800

48% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 2,526/100K

565% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.5%

27% lower than US avg

Median Rent $989

15% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 45.2%

41% higher than US avg

Unemployment 10.8%

200% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.3%

7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,992

Median Age42.5 yrs

Density1,626/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 51%

Veterans5.7%

Economy

C+

Median Income$55,536

Per Capita$30,653

Unemployment10.8%

Poverty13.3%

County GDP$3,313M

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$147,800

Rent$989

Ownership73.7%

Zillow$148,189

Housing Units3,354

Rent Burden33.0%

Crime

Violent2,526/100K

Property5,382/100K

Health

Obesity45.2%

Uninsured10.1%

Smoking19.5%

Depression25.8%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain38.2 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation627 ft (191 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.5%

High School+88.8%

Graduate+10.3%

School Score5.32

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%

Commute19 min

Broadband87.8%

EV Stations5

Libraries11

Is Fair Plain a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fair Plain is $55,536, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fair Plain is $147,800, 48% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $989 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 2,526 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,382 per 100,000, 175% above the national average.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Fair Plain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 77.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fair Plain has a population of 6,992 with a density of 1,626 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.3% female and 46.7% male. The city is predominantly White (51.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 38.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.5% of residents. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 90.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,992

Total Population

1,626

People / sq mi

42.5yrs

Median Age

9% above US avg

4.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%

Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fair Plain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.5%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.5%

66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fair Plain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fair Plain is $55,536, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,653 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $986, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,643 business establishments, including 164 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fair Plain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,536
	26% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,653
Avg Weekly Wage	$986
IRS Avg AGI	$64,208
Gini Index	0.429 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	10.8%
	200% above US avg
Poverty Rate	13.3%
	7% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,643
County GDP	$3,313M

Business (County)

Restaurants	164
Healthcare	123
Retail	254
Manufacturing	94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,255
	79% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.8 min
Drive Alone	83.5%
Public Transit	1.3%
Work from Home	5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fair Plain is $147,800, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,189. Homes sell for 97.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $989 (15% 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. 73.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,354 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $6,255 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$147,800
	48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$148,189
Median List Price	$258,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$258,400
$/Sq Ft	$92
Homes Sold	5
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.8%
Price Drops	25.0%
Inventory	24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$989
	15% below US avg
Rent Burden	33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	73.7%
Owner-Occupied	73.7%
Renter-Occupied	26.3%
Housing Units	3,354
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,255
	79% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.23%

In Fair Plain, 45.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 40.2% have high blood pressure. 19.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.7% report binge drinking. 32.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,991. The dentist ratio is 1:2,911. 59.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Fair Plain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	45.2%
	41% above US avg
Diabetes	14.6%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	40.2%
Asthma	13.2%
COPD	9.2%
Cancer	6.3%
Stroke	4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.5%
	39% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.7%
Physical Inactivity	32.3%
Depression	25.8%
Mental Distress	20.7%
Physical Distress	16.1%
Short Sleep	45.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.4%
Uninsured	10.1%
	17% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,991
Dentists	1:2,911
Mental Health	1:653
Checkup Rate	78.7%
Dental Visits	55.3%
Premature Death	9,267/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	59.9%
Healthcare Facilities	123

Fair Plain has a violent crime rate of 2,526 per 100,000 residents, 565% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,382 per 100,000, 175% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Fair Plain receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	2,526.5/100K
	565% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	5,382.5/100K
	175% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Fair Plain experiences four distinct seasons with 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, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. The area receives 77.7 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 627 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	50.1°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	627 ft (191 m)
Area	4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density	1,626/sq mi
Coordinates	42.0819°N, 86.4535°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Van Buren County County
Nearest Airport	Southwest Michigan Regional (BEH) 4 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"

0% below US avg

Snowfall 77.7"

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.98"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.65"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	60.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	48.2 / 100
Community Resilience	92.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very Low

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

Earthquake History

4 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	86 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	116 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	118 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	98 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

309 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 109 fatalities, 1,320 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF5	66 km	17
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	78 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	70 km	31
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	60 km	36
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	81 km	5
Oct 18, 2007	EF3	90 km	0
Oct 24, 2001	EF3	51 km	1
May 13, 1980	EF3	25 km	0
May 13, 1980	EF3	65 km	5
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	91 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	60 km	0
Oct 24, 1967	EF3	87 km	0
Nov 26, 1965	EF3	43 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	77 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	82 km	10
Apr 30, 1962	EF3	99 km	0
Apr 30, 1962	EF3	46 km	0
Aug 12, 1956	EF3	96 km	0
Apr 3, 1956	EF3	34 km	0
Aug 6, 2024	EF2	57 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	55 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	65 km
1986	OGDEN DUNS	863	82 km
2021	21-INDU TOLLESTON DUNES EAST	594	82 km
2017	17 INDU COWLES DUNES	522	73 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	2.2 in	Coldest
February	28°F (-2°C)	1.7 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	2.6 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.6 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.3 in
June	68°F (20°C)	3.6 in
July	73°F (23°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.6 in
September	63°F (17°C)	4.0 in	Wettest
October	52°F (11°C)	3.1 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.4 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	3.1 in

Fair Plain has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 26°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.7").

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Fair Plain is located in Van Buren County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 24.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.9% of the vote, a 15.1-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 123 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%

D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 15.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.5%
	27% below US avg
High School+	88.8%
Graduate Degree+	10.3%
School Test Score	5.32

C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,626/sq mi
Total Area	4.3 sq mi
County	Van Buren County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.8%
Avg Download Speed	98.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	58.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	11
Healthcare Facilities	123
Restaurants	164
Retail Stores	254

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.8 min
Drive Alone	83.5%
Public Transit	1.3%
Work from Home	5.0%

Average costs for common services in Fair Plain. 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	$532
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$693
Toddler	$710
Preschool	$710

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Van Buren County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	3,524	108	$63,637	1.99
Retail Trade	2,574	218	$31,825	1.19
Accommodation & Food Services	2,200	155	$21,925	1.12
Professional & Technical Services	2,178	88	$76,053	1.45
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,388	204	$44,705	0.45
Agriculture & Forestry	1,312	122	$36,172	7.51
Administrative & Waste Services	758	76	$56,748	0.60
Construction	696	149	$60,149	0.61
Other Services	538	135	$34,955	0.83
Wholesale Trade	510	56	$67,293	0.60
Arts & Entertainment	278	33	$19,458	0.77
Management of Companies	257	9	$142,065	0.71
Finance & Insurance	221	65	$66,372	0.25
Information & Technology	109	24	$139,176	0.27
Real Estate	96	29	$36,269	0.29
Unclassified	72	25	$40,608	2.39
Educational Services	69	10	$33,825	0.15

Schools in Fair Plain

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
River School	Elementary	65	4	16.3:1

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Radio Stations near Fair Plain

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

Campgrounds Near Fair Plain

1 campgrounds found near Fair Plain.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Central Avenue Walk-in Sites	3.4/5	5	$25

National Parks Near Fair Plain

16 national parks and monuments found near Fair Plain.

Park	Type	Fee
Bakale Wildlife Unit	State Park	Free
Bass Lake State Beach	State Park	Free
Grand Haven State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Mere State Park	State Park	Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach)	State Park	Free
Indiana Dunes National Park	National Park	$20
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 — Fair Plain

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	7,829	$34,329
2015	7,706	$36,022
2017	7,324	$38,419
2019	7,076	$38,494
2021	7,357	$46,985
2023	6,992	$55,536

Museums in Fair Plain

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ANDREWS UNIVERSITY CAMPUS ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2694717771	$99,156,317
SIEGFRIED H. HORN ARCHAELOGOICAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2694713273	$99,156,317
FERNWOOD RESORT	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2696956491	$1,249,805
KRASL ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		2699830271	$924,713
CURIOUS KIDS' MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		2699832543	$556,085
HERITAGE MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699831191	$533,813
SILVER BEACH CAROUSEL SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM		2699828500	$425,036
BERRIEN COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	313 NORTH CASS STREET	2694711202	$210,386
NORTH BERRIEN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 207	2694683330	$196,725
WORLD CHAMBERLAIN GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$1,738
1839 COURT HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2694711202
BERRIEN COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COVERT HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2697641902
FERNWOOD BOTANICAL GARDEN & NATURE PRESERVE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	13988 RANGE LINE RD	2696956491
FORT ST JOSEPH HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
INTERNATIONAL PIPESTONE HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699279680
LOG CABIN SOCIETY OF MICHIGAN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699253836
MORTON HOUSE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699257011
REDTAIL NATURE AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	9325 DWIGHT BOYER RD	7739757323
REPLICA FIGHTERS ASSOCIATION	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
SARETT NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2300 BENTON CENTER RD	2699274832
SCARLET MACAW	GENERAL MUSEUM		2694268226
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN CRATE AND BASKET AND VENEER MACHINERY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
SW MICHIGAN LTC CONNECTIONS	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Fair Plain

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MAUD PRESTON PALENSKE MEMORIAL LIBRARY	500 MARKET STREET	118,662
LINCOLN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	2099 WEST JOHN BEERS ROAD	114,078
BERRIEN SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY	215 WEST UNION STREET	102,415
BENTON HARBOR PUBLIC LIBRARY	213 EAST WALL STREET	101,413
BRIDGMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	4460 LAKE STREET	71,580
COLOMA PUBLIC LIBRARY	151 WEST CENTER STREET	61,131
WATERVLIET DISTRICT LIBRARY	333 NORTH MAIN STREET	31,234
EAU CLAIRE DISTRICT LIBRARY	6528 EAST MAIN STREET	12,276
SODUS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	3776 NAOMI ROAD	4,453

Farmers Markets in Fair Plain

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Benton Harbor Farmers Market	Pipestone and Main St	07/08/2015 to 10/14/2015	Wed: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;
St. Joseph Farmers Market	Corner of Broad Street & Lake Blvd.				Visit

Hotels in Fair Plain

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Courtyard St. Joseph Benton Harbor

Hilton Garden Inn Benton Harbor / St. Joseph

SpringHill Suites St. Joseph Benton Harbor

Staybridge Suites

Restaurants in Fair Plain

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fire & Ice

Cinemas in Fair Plain

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Celebration! Cinema Benton Harbor

Clinics in Fair Plain

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lakeland Health Park

Bus Stations in Fair Plain

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Benton Harbor Transportation Center

Gas Stations in Fair Plain

10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo

Marathon

Meijer

Pilot

Shell

Shopping Malls in Fair Plain

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Orchards Mall

Golf Courses in Fair Plain

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Berrien Hills Golf Club

Breweries in Fair Plain

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Arclight Brewery	Food & Drink, Breweries	544 N Main St	8478020007
Contessa Wine Cellars	Wineries, Vineyards, Brewers	3235 Friday Rd	2694685534	Visit
Cravings Bistro & Pub	Tapas Restaurant, Tapas Restaurant and Brewery, Brewery	1599 Mall Dr	2699349700	Visit
Greenbush Brewing Co	Brewers	5870 Sawyer Rd	2694051223	Visit
Greenbush Brewing Company	Restaurant, Food & Drink, Brewery, Breweries	5885 Sawyer Rd	12694051076, 2694051076	Visit
Hickory Creek Winery	Vineyards, Wineries & Vineyards, Food & Drink, Brewers, Wineries	750 Browntown Rd	2694221100, 12694221100	Visit
Round Barn Brewery & Public House	Restaurant, Brewery, Beer Garden, and American Restaurant, Brewers	9151 First St	12693267059, 2693267059	Visit
Round Barn Winery, Distillery & Brewery Estate	Winery, Brewery, and Wine Bar	10983 Hills Rd	8007169463	Visit
Tapistry Brewing Co	Brewers, Brewery and Pub	4236 Lake St	2692667349	Visit
Transient Artisan Ales	Breweries, Food & Drink	4229 Lake St

Cell Towers in Fair Plain

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
NILES CELL SITE: 2814 U.S. #31 NORTH	TOWER	152
14242 THREE OAKS RD (111250)	GTOWER	96
14242 THREE OAKS RD (111250)	GTOWER	96
Colma/Covert Cell Site 8563 Blue Star Highway	TOWER	82
45155 82nd Street East (43359)	LTOWER	81
45155 82nd Street East (43359)	LTOWER	81
9087 Black Lake Road (111192)	LTOWER	79
9087 Black Lake Road (111192)	LTOWER	79
28758 BLUE STAR HIGHWAY DUP (111406)	LTOWER	78
28758 BLUE STAR HIGHWAY DUP (111406)	LTOWER	78
3298-A Coloma Road (111158)	LTOWER	67
3298-A Coloma Road (111158)	LTOWER	67
North 48th (122893)	MTOWER	61
North 48th (122893)	MTOWER	61
4460 North Roosevelt Road (98316)	MTOWER	61
4460 North Roosevelt Road (98316)	MTOWER	61
317 N 3RD ST (159075)	LTOWER	58
317 N 3RD ST (159075)	LTOWER	58
5832 CENTRAL AVENUE (24642)	MTOWER	56
5832 CENTRAL AVENUE (24642)	MTOWER	56

Bridges in Fair Plain

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	644	34,063	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	644	34,063	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	224	28,200	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2002	229	26,303	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2002	229	26,303	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	224	22,725	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1960	119	22,145	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1960	119	22,145	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1960	321	10,700	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1982	406	9,250	F
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1899	28	9,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1949	33	8,157	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1960	264	5,381	F
Culvert	Concrete	2001	25	4,700	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	318	3,200	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2017	52	1,335	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1960	32	343	F

Amtrak Stations in Fair Plain

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Niles, MI	598 Dey Street	TRAIN
St. Joseph-Benton Harbor, MI	410 1/2 Vine Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Fair Plain

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ALRECO METALS	900 ALRECO ROAD	BERRIEN
ANR PIPELINE COMPANY - BRIDGMAN COMPRESSOR STATION (N5575)	3372 BROWNTOWN ROAD	BERRIEN
BERRIEN ENERGY, LLC	MEADOWBROOK AND YORE ROADS	BERRIEN
COVERT GENERATING STATION (N6767)	26000 77TH ST	VAN BUREN
HARBOR PACKAGING INC	1090 SOUTH CRYSTAL AVENUE	BERRIEN
INDECK-NILES, LLC	2200 PROGRESSIVE AVENUE	CASS
SOUTH SHORE POWER PLT	3835 LEMON CREEK RD	BERRIEN
U.S. AVIEX	1800 TERMINAL RD.	BERRIEN

Airports Near Fair Plain

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Michigan City Municipal Airport	MGC	Medium Airport
Porter County Municipal Airport	VPZ	Medium Airport
South Bend International Airport	SBN	Medium Airport
Almena Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Field	—	Small Airport
Andrews University Airpark	—	Small Airport
Bakers Field	—	Small Airport
Ball Field	—	Small Airport
Baroda Airport	—	Small Airport
Benedick Airport	—	Small Airport
Berger Airport	—	Small Airport
Birkey Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Blairport Airport	—	Small Airport
Bodin Airport	—	Small Airport
C. V. Airport	—	Small Airport
Chain-O-Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Chicora Field	—	Small Airport
Countryview Airport	—	Small Airport
Creighton Airport	—	Small Airport
Crump Airport	—	Small Airport
Curt's Place Airport	—	Small Airport
Dillon Airport	—	Small Airport
Dowagiac Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Drake Field	—	Small Airport
Dreessen Field	—	Small Airport
Eby Field	—	Small Airport
Elkhart Municipal Airport	EKI	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying U Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Foos Field	—	Small Airport
Goshen Municipal Airport	GSH	Small Airport
H R Weisser Airport	—	Small Airport
Hancock Airport	—	Small Airport
Heritage Farm Field	—	Small Airport
Hustons Airport	—	Small Airport
J P's Field	—	Small Airport
Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport	NLE	Small Airport
Kerby Field	—	Small Airport
La Porte Municipal Airport	LPO	Small Airport
Lou Abbett Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Mattawan Airpark	—	Small Airport
May's Strip	—	Small Airport
Mishawaka Pilots Club Airport	—	Small Airport
Myers Airport	—	Small Airport
Nappanee Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Nelund Field	—	Small Airport
Newman's Airport	—	Small Airport
Norm's Airport	—	Small Airport
Orthodontic Strip	—	Small Airport
Ottawa Executive Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Fair Plain

15 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Baroda Police Department
Benton Township Police Department
Berrien Springs-Oronoko Police Department
Bridgman Police Department
Chikaming Township Police Department
Coloma Township Police Department
Eau Claire Police Department
Lakeside Township Police Department
Lincoln Township Police Department
Lincoln Township Police Department
New Troy Police Department
New Troy Police Department
Saint Joseph Police Department
Saint Joseph Township Police Department
Watervliet Police Department

Grocery Stores in Fair Plain

20 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 67005 67005	Supermarket	1700 Pipestone Rd
Benton Harbor EZ Mart 261	Convenience Store	2407 M 139
Dollar General 19147	Other	1606 M 139
Dollar General 23941	Other	3962 M 139
Dollar Tree 729	Other	1000 E Napier Ave
El Mercado	Convenience Store	130 W Napier Ave
Gordon Food Service Store MP053	Supermarket	1485 Mall Dr
Gsj Market Bh Exxon 102	Convenience Store	1808 M 139
Japleen Petroleum Llc	Convenience Store	143 W Napier Ave
Kings Landing	Convenience Store	4091 River Rd
Marathon Plaza	Convenience Store	1691 M 139
May Street Market	Convenience Store	131 E May St
Meijer Gas Station 41	Convenience Store	1920 Pipestone Rd
Meijer Inc 041	Super Store	1920 Pipestone Rd
Ms Petroleum Inc	Convenience Store	2670 M 139
Rogers	Super Store	4039 Hollywood Rd
Save A Lot	Supermarket	1630 M 139
Southtown Shell Value Market 18	Convenience Store	2600 Niles Rd
Walgreens 10078	Other	875 E Napier Ave
Walmart 2062	Super Store	1400 Mall Dr

Treatment Centers in Fair Plain

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Harbortown Treatment Center PLLC	Substance Abuse	269-926-0015 x110
InterCare Community Health Network - InterCare Benton Harbor	Substance Abuse	269-427-7937
InterCare Community Health Network - InterCare Eau Claire	Both	269-427-7937
Kalamazoo Probation - Enhancement Program	Both	269-876-5203
Pine Rest Christian Mental Hlth Servs - Lakeland Clinic	Mental Health	616-258-7500
Spectrum Health - Lakeland Behavioral Health Unit	Both	269-983-8316

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fair Plain

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHAPEL HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	4071 NAOMI RD
FIRST GENERAL BAPTIST CHURCH	2690 YORE AVE
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 68

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fair Plain

What is the population of Fair Plain?

Fair Plain has a population of 6,992 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,626 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.3% female and 46.7% male.

Is Fair Plain expensive to live in?

Fair Plain 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 $55,536, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $147,800 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $989 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fair Plain safe?

Public safety is a concern in Fair Plain, with a violent crime rate of 2,526 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,382 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Fair Plain receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fair Plain?

Fair Plain 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 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches, with 77.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Fair Plain?

The job market in Fair Plain faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $986. There are 1,643 business establishments in the area, including 164 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 5.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fair Plain?

The median home value in Fair Plain is $147,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,189. For renters, the median monthly rent is $989. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,255.

How are the schools in Fair Plain?

Schools in Fair Plain score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.5% of adults in Fair Plain hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fair Plain?

The obesity rate in Fair Plain is 45.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 32.3% are physically inactive. 25.8% of residents report depression. 10.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 59.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,991.

What is transportation like in Fair Plain?

The average commute in Fair Plain is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work, 1.3% use public transit, and 5.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fair Plain?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fair Plain is 51.3% White, 38.6% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 95.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.5% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 90.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

St. Joseph, MI 7,805 pop · 2.2 mi Benton Harbor, MI 9,023 pop · 2.2 mi Benton Heights, MI 3,572 pop · 3.4 mi Stevensville, MI 1,126 pop · 6.0 mi Coloma, MI 1,051 pop · 10.3 mi Berrien Springs, MI 2,043 pop · 11.0 mi Bridgman, MI 2,383 pop · 11.7 mi Watervliet, MI 1,879 pop · 12.4 mi Paw Paw Lake, MI 3,794 pop · 12.8 mi Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, MI 1,468 pop · 16.2 mi Hartford, MI 2,312 pop · 17.0 mi Buchanan, MI 4,259 pop · 18.1 mi Dowagiac, MI 5,677 pop · 18.8 mi Niles, MI 11,838 pop · 20.1 mi

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