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Lake Michigan Beach, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Van Buren County County
Lake Michigan Beach, MI
At a Glance
How Lake Michigan Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Michigan Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Michigan Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Michigan Beach residents earn a median household income of $61,250 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,835. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% 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 Lake Michigan Beach is $259,900 , 8% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $237,711. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Lake Michigan Beach 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
31.9% of adults in Lake Michigan Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Michigan Beach 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.