Niles, MI

Michigan · Cass County · South Bend-Mishawaka Metro

Niles is a small city in Michigan with a population of 11,838. Residents earn $47,815 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

11,838 Population 2,045/sq mi density

$47,815 Median Income $26,132 per capita

$115,400 Home Value $200,032 Zillow

$869 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

774 Violent Crime/100K 3,296 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.7 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$47,815 median income, 7.2% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$115,400 home value, $869/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

774 violent crimes/100K (104% above avg)

Education

2.4 / 5.0

17.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $47,815

36% lower than US avg

Home Value $115,400

59% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 774/100K

104% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.1%

49% lower than US avg

Median Rent $869

25% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.8%

27% higher than US avg

Unemployment 7.2%

100% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.1%

46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population11,838

Median Age39.2 yrs

Density2,045/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 78%

Veterans5.8%

Economy

C+

Median Income$47,815

Per Capita$26,132

Unemployment7.2%

Poverty18.1%

County GDP$1,897M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$115,400

Rent$869

Ownership62.8%

Zillow$200,032

Housing Units5,552

Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

Violent774/100K

Property3,296/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault441/100K

Burglary441/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%

Uninsured9.1%

Smoking18.5%

Depression28.9%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain41.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation716 ft (218 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.1%

High School+90.5%

Graduate+5.4%

School Score5.20

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%

Commute22 min

Broadband87.7%

EV Stations6

Libraries7

Is Niles a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niles receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Niles has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Niles is $47,815, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Niles is $115,400, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $869 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 774 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 3,296 per 100,000, 68% above the national average.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Niles 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.

Niles has a population of 11,838 with a density of 2,045 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 12.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.6% of residents. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 14.6% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,838

Total Population

2,045

People / sq mi

39.2yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

6.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%

Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Niles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.6%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.4%

67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Niles vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niles is $47,815, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,132 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $998, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.1% 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 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Niles vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$47,815
	36% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,132
Avg Weekly Wage	$998
IRS Avg AGI	$83,974
Gini Index	0.465 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.2%
	100% above US avg
Poverty Rate	18.1%
	46% 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	21.8 min
Drive Alone	81.2%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Niles is $115,400, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,032, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $869 (25% 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. 62.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,552 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1954. The average annual property tax is $6,290 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$115,400
	59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$200,032
Median List Price	$234,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$234,500
$/Sq Ft	$122
Homes Sold	12
Sale-to-List Ratio	94.4%
Price Drops	14.8%
Inventory	27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$869
	25% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,076
Rent Burden	28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	62.8%
Owner-Occupied	62.8%
Renter-Occupied	37.2%
Housing Units	5,552
Median Year Built	1954

Property Tax

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

In Niles, 40.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 34.9% have high blood pressure. 18.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 28.7% are physically inactive. 28.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.1% 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: Niles vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.8%
	27% above US avg
Diabetes	11.6%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	34.9%
Asthma	12.6%
COPD	8.8%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.5%
	32% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	28.7%
Depression	28.9%
Mental Distress	20.8%
Physical Distress	15.6%
Short Sleep	41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.4%
Uninsured	9.1%
	6% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,680
Dentists	1:3,427
Mental Health	1:939
Checkup Rate	76.5%
Dental Visits	58.0%
Premature Death	9,385/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Niles has a violent crime rate of 774 per 100,000 residents, 104% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 441.2 per 100,000, robbery at 153.1, rape at 180.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,296 per 100,000, 68% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,467, burglary at 441, vehicle theft at 387 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Niles receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	774.4/100K
	104% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	180.1/100K
Robbery	153.1/100K
Assault	441.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,295.5/100K
	68% above US avg
Burglary	441.2/100K
Theft	2,467.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	387.2/100K
Arson	9.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Traffic Accidents	124
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Niles 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 716 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	716 ft (218 m)
Area	6.0 sq mi (15.4 km²)
Population Density	2,045/sq mi
Coordinates	41.8345°N, 86.2479°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Cass County County
Nearest Airport	South Bend International (SBN) 9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"

10% above US avg

Snowfall 62.5"

Wettest Month (Sep) 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

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	81 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	105 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	131 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	69 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

362 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 136 fatalities, 1,751 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF5	91 km	17
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	76 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	51 km	5
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	29 km	36
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	90 km	23
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	38 km	31
May 27, 2019	EF3	95 km	0
Oct 18, 2007	EF3	60 km	0
Oct 24, 2001	EF3	28 km	1
May 13, 1980	EF3	68 km	5
May 13, 1980	EF3	43 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	70 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	62 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	79 km	5
Oct 24, 1967	EF3	87 km	0
Nov 26, 1965	EF3	26 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	96 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	61 km	10
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	80 km	0
Apr 30, 1962	EF3	88 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	84 km
1986	OGDEN DUNS	863	84 km
2021	21-INDU TOLLESTON DUNES EAST	594	84 km
2017	17 INDU COWLES DUNES	522	74 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	2.2 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	59°F (15°C)	3.4 in
June	69°F (20°C)	3.8 in
July	72°F (22°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	71°F (21°C)	3.6 in
September	63°F (17°C)	3.9 in	Wettest
October	52°F (11°C)	3.2 in
November	40°F (4°C)	3.4 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	3.2 in

Niles has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 26°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.8").

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Niles is located in Cass County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 17.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 49% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. 5.4% 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. 87.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 60 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.2% 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	124
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.1%
	49% below US avg
High School+	90.5%
Graduate Degree+	5.4%
School Test Score	5.20

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	2,045/sq mi
Total Area	6.0 sq mi
County	Cass County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.7%
Avg Download Speed	213.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	128.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	6
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	60
Restaurants	64
Retail Stores	113

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.8 min
Drive Alone	81.2%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	5.1%

Average costs for common services in Niles. 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 Niles

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Niles Senior High School	High	834	40	20.9:1
HowardEllis Elementary School	Elementary	591	31	19.1:1
Ring Lardner Middle School	Middle	554	26	21.3:1
Ballard Elementary School	Elementary	538	25	21.5:1
Eastside Connections School	Elementary	432	22	19.6:1
Brandywine Senior High School	High	363	20	18.2:1
Brandywine Elementary School	Elementary	354	22	16.1:1
Merritt Elementary School	Elementary	304	19	16.0:1
Brandywine Middle School	Middle	191	10	19.1:1
Niles Virtual School	Other	23	1	23.0:1
Northside Child Development Center	Elementary	15	3	5.0:1

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Radio Stations near Niles

1 stations within ~55 km.

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

National Parks Near Niles

15 national parks and monuments found near Niles.

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 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 — Niles

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	11,472	$31,841
2015	11,345	$33,651
2017	11,201	$31,844
2019	11,150	$34,486
2021	11,876	$41,306
2023	11,691	$47,815

Museums in Niles

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
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
MOREAU ART GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM			$96,204,460
VINCENT GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$19,565,669
NORTHERN IN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5742359664	$1,547,772
FERNWOOD RESORT	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2696956491	$1,249,805
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
SILVER BEACH CAROUSEL SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM		2699828500	$425,036
BERRIEN COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	313 NORTH CASS STREET	2694711202	$210,386
BUCHANAN ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		2696974005	$59,511
WORLD CHAMBERLAIN GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$1,738
1839 COURT HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2694711202
BOTANICAL SOCIETY OF SOUTH BEND	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
BUCHANAN PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	16014 WEST CLEAR LAKE RD	2696952057
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
FERNWOOD BOTANICAL GARDEN & NATURE PRESERVE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	13988 RANGE LINE RD	2696956491
FORT ST JOSEPH HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT ST JOSEPH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2696834702
HEALTHWORKS KIDS' MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	111 WEST JEFFERSON BOULEVARD SUITE 200	5746475437
JIMTOWN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5745223362
LOG CABIN SOCIETY OF MICHIGAN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699253836
MEMORIAL HEALTHWORKS! KIDS' MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	111 WEST JEFFERSON, SUITE 200	5746472693
MILITARY HONOR PARK AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	4300 VETERANS DRIVE	5742612066
NILES ART ASSOCIATION	ART MUSEUM		2696836415
OMNI MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5742882513
OSCEOLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SMITHS CHAPEL HISTORICAL COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
SW MICHIGAN LTC CONNECTIONS	GENERAL MUSEUM
USS JOSEPH STRAUSS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7169854273

Libraries in Niles

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
NILES DISTRICT LIBRARY	620 EAST MAIN STREET	169,489
BERRIEN SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY	215 WEST UNION STREET	102,415
CASS DISTRICT LIBRARY	319 M-62 NORTH	73,992
DOWAGIAC DISTRICT LIBRARY	211 COMMERCIAL STREET	49,320
BUCHANAN DISTRICT LIBRARY	128 EAST FRONT STREET	48,753
EAU CLAIRE DISTRICT LIBRARY	6528 EAST MAIN STREET	12,276
SODUS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	3776 NAOMI ROAD	4,453

Farmers Markets in Niles

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Buchanan Farmer' Market	112 Days Avenue				Visit
Cassopolis Farmers Market	980 East State Street (across from the Phillips 66 station)				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
Matthys Farm Market	57754 Crumstown Hwy	01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Mon: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM;Tue: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM;Wed: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 8:30 AM-6:0		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

Breweries in Niles

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
Bob's Tavern 19th Hole	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, American Restaurants, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounge Re	26582 Us Highway 20	5742330297, 5749680462, 5742892318	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
Hickory Creek Winery	Vineyards, Wineries & Vineyards, Food & Drink, Brewers, Wineries	750 Browntown Rd	2694221100, 12694221100	Visit
Library Irish Pub	South Bend Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, South Ben	113 E Wayne St	5742830452
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
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

Nursing Homes in Niles

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
WEST WOODS OF NILES 1211 STATE LINE RD	For profit - Corporation	121	116	5/5	—	4/5	5/5	2696842810
RIVERIDGE REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE CENTER 1333 WELLS ST	For profit - Corporation	84	74	2/5	—	3/5	4/5	2696841111
CHALET OF NILES, LLC 911 S 3RD ST	For profit - Corporation	100	62	1/5	—	3/5	2/5	2696844320

Pharmacies in Niles

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
LAKELAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL	31 NORTH SAINT JOSEPH AVENUE	269-683-5510
MARTIN'S SUPER MARKET - 19	720 SOUTH 11TH STREET	269-684-1418
RITE AID - 4236	11 SOUTH 11TH STREET	269-684-6556
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2010	2107 SOUTH 11TH STREET	269-683-5573
WALGREENS - 3364	907 SOUTH 11TH STREET	269-683-0234

EV Charging Stations in Niles

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
City of Niles - City Hall	333 N 2nd St	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public
City of Niles - District Library	620 E Main St	Non-Networked	1	J1772	public
City of Niles - Riverfront Park	34 Sycamore St	Non-Networked	1	J1772	public
City of Niles - Second Street Public Parking	211 2nd St	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Niles

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
2491 WORELL STREET (111537)	LTOWER	79
9087 Black Lake Road (111192)	LTOWER	79
9087 Black Lake Road (111192)	LTOWER	79
2491 WORELL STREET (111537)	LTOWER	79
11555 Kern Rd	GTOWER	76
11555 Kern Rd	GTOWER	76
52530 Beech Road	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
2187 Bldg. A Thomson Road (111132)	MTOWER	59
2187 Bldg. A Thomson Road (111132)	MTOWER	59
29698 COUNTY ROAD 2	MTOWER	59
13981 STATE ROAD 23	LTOWER	59
13981 STATE ROAD 23	LTOWER	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
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 Niles

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Howard Township Fire Department	1345 Barron Lake RD	Mostly volunteer	269-683-3199
Niles Charter Township Fire Department	2049 S 3rd ST	Mostly volunteer	269-683-3311
Niles Fire Department	1345 E Main ST	Mostly volunteer	269-683-2520
Pokagon Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.	31555 Pokagon HWY	Volunteer	269-683-8321

Power Plants Near Niles

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
INDECK NILES ENERGY CENTER	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE	221112	-86.2	U
FRENCH PAPER HYDRO	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-86.3	OP
SOUTHEAST BERRIEN GENERATING FACILITY	LANDFILL GAS	221117	-86.3	OP

Bridges in Niles

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	2005	30	20,190	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1947	300	15,483	F
Culvert	Concrete	1957	28	14,100	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1954	480	11,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	368	9,950	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	200	9,010	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2012	175	8,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	119	7,950	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1955	157	7,473	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1955	158	7,473	F
Culvert	Steel	1982	25	7,438	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2009	84	6,654	G
Culvert	Steel	1982	32	5,588	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	127	5,024	F
Culvert	Steel	1986	21	3,773	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1985	150	2,533	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1959	67	991	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	34	614	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1923	90	306	F
Culvert	Steel	1950	21	147	P
Culvert	Concrete	1919	26	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1959	62	99	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2004	165	97	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1988	20	82	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1919	169	30	P

Amtrak Stations in Niles

3 Amtrak stations.

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

Superfund Sites Near Niles

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

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

Airports Near Niles

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
Alley Oop Airport	—	Small 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
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
Eby Field	—	Small Airport
Elkhart Municipal Airport	EKI	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
Hull Airport	—	Small Airport
Hustons Airport	—	Small Airport
I & C 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
Mentone Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Mishawaka Pilots Club Airport	—	Small Airport
Myers Airport	—	Small Airport
Nappanee Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Nelund Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Niles

24 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Baroda Police Department
Berrien Springs-Oronoko Police Department
Buchanan Police Department
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
IUSB Police Department
Lincoln Township Police Department
Lincoln Township 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
Saint Joseph Township Police Department
South Bend Police Department	101 West Sample Street
St. Joseph County Police

Grocery Stores in Niles

27 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
1 Man Ranch	Farmers and Markets	1281 Airport Rd
7 Days Party Store	Convenience Store	303 N 5th St
Aunt Millie's Bakery Outlet 50024	Specialty Store	2825 S 11th St
CROCKERS PARTY STORE	Convenience Store	1702 Broadway St
DOLLAR GENERAL 10723	Other	1900 S 11th St
Dollar General 17712	Other	2561 Detroit Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 19964	Other	410 N 2nd St
Dollar General 20924	Other	2502 Old US 31
Dollar General 24202	Other	715 W Chicago Rd
Dollar General 25478	Other	1428 E Main St
Dollar Tree 5556	Other	1202 S 11th St
Expo Niles Inc	Convenience Store	640 W Chicago Rd
Family Dollar 1209	Other	90 E Main St
Hardee's #1500660	Restaurant Meals Program	734 S 11th St
Hardings Friendly Market 909	Supermarket	407 Broadway St
Martin's Super Markets 2319	Super Store	720 S 11th St
Murphy USA 6542	Convenience Store	2105 S 11th St
Nd Mini Mart	Convenience Store	2323 N 5th St
Niles Grocery Store	Convenience Store	421 Grant St
Niles Shell 1735	Convenience Store	434 S 11th St
Nv 66 Enterprise Inc	Convenience Store	2560 Detroit Rd
Papa John's #1890	Restaurant Meals Program	1991 S 11th St
Riverside Food & Liquor Store	Convenience Store	1206 N Front St
Speedway 8537	Convenience Store	1402 S 11th St
US 12 Liquer & Gas	Convenience Store	33974 US Highway 12
Walgreens 3364	Other	907 S 11th St
Walmart 2010	Super Store	2107 S 11th St

Post Offices in Niles

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Niles Post Office	741 Broadway Street

Treatment Centers in Niles

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
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	574-283-1234
Pine Rest Christian Mental Hlth Servs - Lakeland Clinic	Mental Health	616-258-7500
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 Niles

38 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BERTRAND BIBLE CHURCH	1008 ONTARIO RD
BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH INC	PO BOX 1291
CENTER FOR PREACHING EVANGELIZATION AND PRAYER INC	70093 GUMWOOD RD
CENTER OF HOPE DELIVERANCE CENTER	527 W MAIN ST
CENTRAL FULL GOSPEL CHURCH OF MICHIANA	1922 E MAIN ST
CHRIST CENTER CHURCH OF DIVINE PHILOSOPHY	33415 US HIGHWAY 12
CHURCH OF GOD FULL GOSPEL	11TH & CASS
COMMUNITY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF NILES MICHIGAN	120 E BERTRAND RD
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	1446 E MAIN ST
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST CHRISTIAN OF NILE MICHIGAN	2240 YANKEE ST
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD	33180 US HIGHWAY 12
GODS MERCY SEAT MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 62
GUIDING GODS DAUGHTERS	110 HUMMINGBIRD LN
HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH	2390 LAKE ST
HUNTLY MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 605
JESUS LOVE KEEPS ALL MINISTRY	1200 W RIVER RD
LAW OF LOVE MINISTRIES INC	32369 US HIGHWAY 12
LUVABILITY MINISTRIES	PO BOX 46
M C MINISTRY CHRISTIAN CENTER	2534 BOND ST
MAPLEVIEW FREE METHODIST CHURCH	1831 NILES BUCHANAN RD
MIDWEST REGION MINISTRIES	4125 W CHICAGO RD
MISSION WINGS CORP	1303 LAWNDALE AVE
NEW APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF BUCHANAN MI	622 TOPINABEE RD
NEW BEGINNINGS TRAINING OUTREACH & WORSHIP CENTER	1189 MAPLE ST
NILES ADVENTIST SCHOOL	110 N FAIRVIEW AVE
NILES UNITED WORSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP CENTER	1451 BROADWAY ST
OLD RUGGED CROSS FOUNDATION INC	PO BOX 41
ONETREE MINISTRIES	1907 BOND ST
REVIVE OUR HEARTS MINISTRIES	PO BOX 2000
SAFE HAVEN REDEEMED CHURCH OF GOD INC	1307 S 3RD ST
SAINT PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	1340 SYCAMORE ST
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN EPISCOPAL COVEN	9 S 4TH ST
ST MARK CATHOLIC CHURCH	3 N 19TH ST
ST MARY PARISH	219 S STATE ST
SUMMIT CHURCH	1700 W RIVER RD
SURE FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY	1220 N 11TH ST
THE MT CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF NILES MICHIGAN	601 FERRY ST
WAY OF THE CORNERSTONE CHURCH	124 S STATE ST APT C

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Frequently Asked Questions About Niles

What is the population of Niles?

Niles has a population of 11,838 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 2,045 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Niles expensive to live in?

Niles 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 $47,815, 36% 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 $869 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Niles safe?

Public safety is a concern in Niles, with a violent crime rate of 774 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 3,296 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Niles receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Niles?

Niles 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 Niles?

The unemployment rate in Niles is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. 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 22 minutes, and 5.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Niles?

The median home value in Niles is $115,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,032. For renters, the median monthly rent is $869. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,290.

How are the schools in Niles?

Schools in Niles score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.1% of adults in Niles hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Niles?

The obesity rate in Niles is 40.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.5% of adults are smokers. 28.7% are physically inactive. 28.9% of residents report depression. 9.1% 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 Niles?

The average commute in Niles is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Niles?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Niles is 78.4% White, 12.5% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 95.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.4% speak Spanish. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 14.6% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Niles a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Safety & Crime

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Niles vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Niles vs U.S. Average

Income: Niles vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Tornado History

Tsunami History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure