South Bend, WA
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South Bend, WA
At a Glance
How South Bend Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Bend's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Bend a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Bend residents earn a median household income of $43,333 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,132. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 691 business establishments, including 102 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Bend is $235,500 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $313,843. Median rent is $912/month, with 41.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
South Bend reports 113 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 338/100K.
Education
22.1% of adults in South Bend hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 81.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Bend has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 83.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.