Michigan
South Haven is a small town in Michigan with a population of 3,994. Residents earn $64,338 per year, which is 14% below the national average.
Based on current data, South Haven receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. South Haven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in South Haven is $64,338, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in South Haven is $372,200, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 640 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 6,286 per 100,000, 221% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
South Haven experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 94.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.3% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $64,338 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,638 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,158 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,443 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,678 |
| County GDP | $6,699M |
| Restaurants | 218 |
| Healthcare | 200 |
| Retail | 338 |
| Manufacturing | 226 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,953 |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.87% |
| Commute Time | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 19.1% |
| Census Median | $372,200 |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $359,203 |
| Census Median Rent | $718 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,953 |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.87% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.2% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,999/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 200 |
| Total Violent | 640.0/100K |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 251.4/100K |
| Robbery | 45.7/100K |
| Assault | 342.9/100K |
| Total Property | 6,285.7/100K |
| 221% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 731.4/100K |
| Theft | 5,280.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 274.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.2 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 620 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,154/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4013°N, 86.2684°W |
| County FIPS | 26005 |
Winner: Republican by 27.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,154/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 200 |
| Restaurants | 218 |
| Retail Stores | 338 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Avg Commute | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 19.1% |