Springfield, MI

Michigan · Calhoun County · Battle Creek Metro

Springfield is a small city in Michigan with a population of 5,295. Residents earn $43,681 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

5,295 Population 1,459/sq mi density

$43,681 Median Income $23,673 per capita

$105,300 Home Value $136,949 Zillow

$851 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

784 Violent Crime/100K 3,838 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$43,681 median income, 7.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$105,300 home value, $851/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

784 violent crimes/100K (106% above avg)

Education

1.9 / 5.0

10.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $43,681

42% lower than US avg

Home Value $105,300

63% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 784/100K

106% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.9%

68% lower than US avg

Median Rent $851

27% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.7%

39% higher than US avg

Unemployment 7.0%

94% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.2%

47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,295

Median Age30.8 yrs

Density1,459/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 67%

Veterans10.4%

Economy

C+

Median Income$43,681

Per Capita$23,673

Unemployment7.0%

Poverty18.2%

County GDP$9,107M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$105,300

Rent$851

Ownership56.5%

Zillow$136,949

Housing Units2,469

Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

Violent784/100K

Property3,838/100K

Health

Obesity44.7%

Uninsured10.3%

Smoking21.7%

Depression28.3%

Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain31.5 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation898 ft (274 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.9%

High School+84.3%

Graduate+1.8%

School Score4.60

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%

Commute18 min

Broadband78.9%

EV Stations18

Libraries8

Is Springfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springfield receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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, an elevated poverty rate. Springfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springfield is $43,681, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springfield is $105,300, 63% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $851 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 784 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 3,838 per 100,000, 96% above the national average.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Springfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°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 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Springfield has a population of 5,295 with a density of 1,459 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.7% female and 54.3% male. The city is predominantly White (66.9%), with 9.4% Hispanic, 8.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.5% of residents, while 14.5% speak Spanish. 10.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 90.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,295

Total Population

1,459

People / sq mi

30.8yrs

Median Age

21% below US avg

3.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%

Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Springfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.5%

9% above US avg

Spanish 14.5%

8% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Springfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springfield is $43,681, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,673 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,232, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,626 business establishments, including 268 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Springfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,681
	42% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,673
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,232
IRS Avg AGI	$60,946
Gini Index	0.444 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.0%
	94% above US avg
Poverty Rate	18.2%
	47% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,626
County GDP	$9,107M

Business (County)

Restaurants	268
Healthcare	318
Retail	431
Manufacturing	146

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,129
	47% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.3 min
Drive Alone	87.7%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	0.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Springfield is $105,300, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,949, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 87.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $851 (27% 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. 56.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,469 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $5,129 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.0% 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	$105,300
	63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$136,949
Median List Price	$144,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$144,950
$/Sq Ft	$97
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	87.9%
Price Drops	57.1%
Inventory	7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$851
	27% below US avg
Rent Burden	25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	56.5%
Owner-Occupied	56.5%
Renter-Occupied	43.5%
Housing Units	2,469
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,129
	47% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.87%

In Springfield, 44.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.3% of residents, above the national average. 38.2% have high blood pressure. 21.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.8% report binge drinking. 32.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.4% experience frequent mental distress. 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,738. The dentist ratio is 1:1,388. 81.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.7%
	39% above US avg
Diabetes	13.7%
Heart Disease	7.3%
High Blood Pressure	38.2%
Asthma	12.3%
COPD	10.2%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.7%
	55% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.8%
Physical Inactivity	32.9%
Depression	28.3%
Mental Distress	21.4%
Physical Distress	16.6%
Short Sleep	38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.2%
Uninsured	10.3%
	20% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,738
Dentists	1:1,388
Mental Health	1:249
Checkup Rate	77.4%
Dental Visits	52.6%
Premature Death	10,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.0/10
Exercise Access	81.5%
Healthcare Facilities	318

Springfield has a violent crime rate of 784 per 100,000 residents, 106% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,838 per 100,000, 96% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Springfield receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	784.0/100K
	106% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,838.3/100K
	96% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Springfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°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 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 898 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.3°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	898 ft (274 m)
Area	3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density	1,459/sq mi
Coordinates	42.3241°N, 85.2354°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Calhoun County County
Nearest Airport	Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International (AZO) 17 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"

17% below US avg

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.74"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	74.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	35.6 / 100
Community Resilience	93.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	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	19 km
Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	74 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	25 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	86 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

392 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 90 fatalities, 1,592 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF5	89 km	17
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	26 km	0
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	21 km	1
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	76 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	66 km	23
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	76 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	61 km	21
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	96 km	5
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	87 km	5
Aug 24, 2007	EF3	45 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	89 km	1
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	85 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	28 km	0
May 15, 1986	EF3	49 km	0
Jun 15, 1982	EF3	71 km	1
May 13, 1980	EF3	40 km	5
May 13, 1980	EF3	82 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF3	78 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	37 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	30 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 ac, 1988).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1988	ALLEGAN6	1,077	72 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-4°C)	1.7 in	Coldest
February	25°F (-4°C)	1.5 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	2.6 in
April	47°F (8°C)	3.4 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.5 in
June	68°F (20°C)	3.6 in
July	73°F (23°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.6 in
September	62°F (17°C)	3.7 in	Wettest
October	51°F (10°C)	2.8 in
November	39°F (4°C)	2.9 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.7 in

Springfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.5").

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Springfield is located in Calhoun County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 68% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.4% of the vote, a 14.1-point margin. 78.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 18 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 318 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%

D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.9%
	68% below US avg
High School+	84.3%
Graduate Degree+	1.8%
School Test Score	4.60

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,459/sq mi
Total Area	3.7 sq mi
County	Calhoun County County

Services

Broadband Access	78.9%
Avg Download Speed	107.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	71.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	18
Alt Fuel Stations	21
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	318
Restaurants	268
Retail Stores	431

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.3 min
Drive Alone	87.7%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	0.2%

Average costs for common services in Springfield. 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	$582
Toddler	$585
Preschool	$585
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$808
Toddler	$752
Preschool	$752

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Calhoun County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	10,071	163	$75,064	2.25
Health Care & Social Assistance	8,542	403	$59,613	1.10
Retail Trade	5,710	396	$37,203	1.05
Accommodation & Food Services	4,275	253	$23,499	0.86
Administrative & Waste Services	2,414	130	$50,638	0.75
Professional & Technical Services	2,246	175	$136,016	0.59
Transportation & Warehousing	1,940	78	$70,189	0.84
Construction	1,831	194	$76,300	0.64
Other Services	1,363	260	$60,788	0.83
Finance & Insurance	943	132	$67,845	0.43
Educational Services	836	22	$40,230	0.74
Agriculture & Forestry	754	52	$43,885	1.71
Arts & Entertainment	540	38	$23,237	0.59
Management of Companies	429	9	$244,196	0.47
Real Estate	238	60	$45,383	0.28
Information & Technology	181	23	$47,136	0.18
Unclassified	100	31	$44,343	1.32
Mining & Oil/Gas	53	5	$62,872	0.26

Schools in Springfield

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Valley View Elementary School	Elementary	431	27	16.0:1
Springfield Middle School	Middle	377	28	13.5:1
Battle Creek Montessori Academy (Charter)	Elementary	193	6	32.2:1

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Radio Stations near Springfield

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
89.1 WIDR FM	—	MP3 256 kbps

National Parks Near Springfield

12 national parks and monuments found near Springfield.

Park	Type	Fee
Bakale Wildlife Unit	State Park	Free
Chain O' Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Coldwater State Park	State Park	Free
Harrison Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Hidden Cove Park	State Park	Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach)	State Park	Free
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park	State Park	Free
Meridian-Baseline State Park	State Park	Free
Pokagon State Park	State Park	Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Sleepy Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren Trail State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Springfield

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	5,217	$32,500
2015	5,208	$35,810
2017	5,202	$35,458
2019	5,190	$39,439
2021	5,270	$39,651
2023	5,268	$43,681

Museums in Springfield

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
BINDER PARK ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		2699791351	$3,838,253
LEILA ARBORETUM SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2699690270	$311,253
ART CENTER OF BATTLE CREEK	ART MUSEUM		2699629511	$183,665
KINGMAN MUSEUM	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		2699655117	$137,423
TAMARACK VALLEY CHRISTIAN CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1805 LEINAAR RD	2696715380	$66,763
BERNARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2696233565	$10,102
ATHENS AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	101-103 SOUTH CAPITAL	2699862689
BATTLE CREEK OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	10160 SOUTH M-37 HWY	2697218161
BATTLE CREEK REGIONAL HISTORY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
BELLEVUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMUNITY PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	175 LIMIT STREET
DR KELLOGG'S DISCOVERY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	480 WEST VAN BUREN	2699653000
FORT CUSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GALESBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	190 E MICHIGAN AVENUE	2696659011
GILMORE CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2696715089
HISTORICAL PROPERTIES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699625037
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BATTLE CREEK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699652613
KIMBALL HOUSE HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699652613
LINCOLN CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	6865 WEST HICKORY ROAD	2696715089
MICHIGAN FARMERS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM
MIDWEST MINIATURES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
PIERCE CEDAR CREEK INSTITUTE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	701 W CLOVERDALE RD	2697214190
PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCOTTS OLDE TYME POWER AND EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	8451 S 35TH ST	2694965815
TEKONSHA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5177652588
WOLVERINE FIRE COMPANY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Springfield

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WILLARD PUBLIC LIBRARY	7 WEST VAN BUREN STREET	616,564
DELTON DISTRICT LIBRARY	330 NORTH GROVE STREET	95,560
AUGUSTA-ROSS TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY	105 SOUTH WEBSTER STREET	37,084
RICHLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY	8951 PARK STREET	35,012
TEKONSHA TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	230 SOUTH CHURCH STREET	12,477
BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	135 ELM STREET	11,049
GALESBURG MEMORIAL LIBRARY	188 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	10,154
ATHENS COMMUNITY LIBRARY	106 EAST BURR OAK STREET	7,731
DOWLING PUBLIC LIBRARY	1765 EAST DOWLING ROAD	6,401
BELLEVUE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	212 NORTH MAIN STREET	4,798
MENNO COMMUNITY-SCHOOL LIBRARY	410 S 5TH STREET	4,300
LAWRENCE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	107 NORTH MAIN STREET	2,974

Farmers Markets in Springfield

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Athens Farmers Market	Wilson Park	06/02/2017 to 09/29/2017	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Battle Creek Farmers Market	25 S McCamly	05/01/2019 to 10/30/2019	Wed: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Fri: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Bellevue Farmers Market	Main St and Mill St	06/05/2014 to 09/25/2014	Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Galesburg Community Market	45 West Michigan	05/31/2014 to 10/04/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Richland Farmers' Market	9550 East M-89	05/20/2015 to 10/14/2015	Wed: 3:00 AM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Springfield Farmers Market	503 Military Avenue	05/01/2014 to 10/31/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Sprout's Fresh on Wheels Veggie Van	Various mobile locations on website	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Thu: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit

Hotels in Springfield

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baymont Inn & Suites

DoubleTree

Restaurants in Springfield

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Hut

Umami Ramen

Cafes in Springfield

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Biggby Coffee

Train Stations in Springfield

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Battle Creek Transportation Center

Gas Stations in Springfield

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo

Marathon

Mobil

Pacific Pride

Shell

Sunoco

Banks in Springfield

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chemical Bank

Honor Credit Union

Kalsee Credit Union

Breweries in Springfield

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Arcadia Brewing Co, Arcadia Brewing Company	Brewery, Bar, and Restaurant	103 Michigan Ave W	(269) 963-9690, 2699639690	Visit
Bell's Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	8938 Krum Ave	2693822338
Territorial Brewing Company	Brewery	256 Helmer Rd N	2692821694	Visit

Cell Towers in Springfield

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
8530 M 60 East	LTOWER	96
8530 M 60 East	LTOWER	96
13766 S. 38TH STREET (44441)	LTOWER	79
13766 S. 38TH STREET (44441)	LTOWER	79
EAST R AVENUE (44162)	LTOWER	79
EAST R AVENUE (44162)	LTOWER	79
10126 E M 89	TOWER	76
8370 N 46TH STREET (44122)	GTOWER	73
8370 N 46TH STREET (44122)	GTOWER	73
13661 Renton Road	LTOWER	53
13661 Renton Road	LTOWER	53

Fire Stations in Springfield

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Springfield Fire Department	601 Avenue A	Volunteer			269-965-7795

Bridges in Springfield

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1942	126	18,057	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	333	12,841	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1982	174	11,004	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1963	335	6,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	181	3,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	71	2,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	181	2,900	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2002	196	150	F

Amtrak Stations in Springfield

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Battle Creek, MI	119 McCamly Street South	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Springfield

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AMERICAN FIBRIT, INC.	76 ARMSTRONG RD	CALHOUN
BENTELER INDUSTRIES, INC.	9000 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	KALAMAZOO
GRAPHIC PACKAGING INTERNATIONAL, LLC	79 EAST FOUNTAIN STREET	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
TRANSCONTINENTAL BATTLE CREEK	155 BROOK ST.	CALHOUN

Airports Near Springfield

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Gerald R. Ford International Airport	GRR	Large Airport
Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field	BTL	Medium Airport
Capital Region International Airport	LAN	Medium Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport	AZO	Medium Airport
Abrams Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Airbatco Field	—	Small Airport
Almena Airport	—	Small Airport
Bakers Field	—	Small Airport
Blairport Airport	—	Small Airport
Branch County Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Brooks Field	—	Small Airport
Calkins Field	—	Small Airport
Chicora Field	—	Small Airport
Claucherty Airport	—	Small Airport
Coldbrook Field	—	Small Airport
Crippen Field	—	Small Airport
Curt's Place Airport	—	Small Airport
East Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Fitch H Beach Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Fremont (Murphy) Airport	—	Small Airport
Galloway Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Glowacki Airport	—	Small Airport
Gorilla Airport	—	Small Airport
Harry's Field	—	Small Airport
Hastings Airport	—	Small Airport
Hillsdale Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hiram Cure Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoerners Corners Airport	—	Small Airport
Howard Airfield	—	Small Airport
Ionia County Airport	—	Small Airport
J P's Field	—	Small Airport
Kerby Field	—	Small Airport
Kirsch Municipal Airport	IRS	Small Airport
Law Field	—	Small Airport
Lowell City Airport	—	Small Airport
Mattawan Airpark	—	Small Airport
Mitch Veenstra Airport	—	Small Airport
Newman's Airport	—	Small Airport
Ottawa Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Padgham Field	—	Small Airport
Pigeon Airport	—	Small Airport
Pinelli Airport	—	Small Airport
Plainwell Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Prairie Ronde Airport	—	Small Airport
R & R Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Rapids Airway Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Aero Field Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
Reid-Eash Airport	—	Small Airport
Riske Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Springfield

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Barry Township Police Station
Battle Creek Police Department

Grocery Stores in Springfield

25 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CUSTER PARTY STORE	Convenience Store	4315 W Dickman Rd
Custer Party Store 2	Convenience Store	4550 W Dickman Rd
Deep Liquor Llc	Convenience Store	1332 Michigan Ave W
DOLLAR GENERAL 7208	Other	1335 W Michigan Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 18374	Other	600 Avenue A
Dollar Tree 4486	Other	1525 Michigan Ave W
Express Stop 4682	Convenience Store	4200 W Dickman Rd
Family Dollar 6913	Other	1880 Michigan Ave W
Family Fare 1972	Super Store	1525 Michigan Ave W
Farmacy	Farmers and Markets	245 Kendall St N
Gold Petroleum	Convenience Store	459 Bedford Rd N
Liberty One Stop	Convenience Store	820 Michigan Ave W
Lightning Quick Gas N Go 23	Convenience Store	334 N 20th St
Maa Umiya Cstore Llc	Convenience Store	1790 W Dickman Rd
Punjab	Convenience Store	504 Upton Ave
Saga Food Mart	Convenience Store	420 Michigan Ave W
Sam's Discount Party Store	Convenience Store	1205 W Dickman Rd
Sams Discount Liquor 1	Convenience Store	4556 W Dickman Rd
Smaira Petroleum	Convenience Store	1520 Michigan Ave W
Springfield Party Store	Convenience Store	599 Avenue A
Sunset Party Store	Convenience Store	515 Michigan Ave W
The Farm Stand At 365 Urban Farm	Farmers and Markets	928 Michigan Ave W
Urbandale Shell 4870	Convenience Store	1439 Michigan Ave W
Washington Heights Fresh Market Llc	Convenience Store	468 Michigan Ave W
Whitt's Party Store	Convenience Store	286 N 30th St

Treatment Centers in Springfield

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Battle Creek VAMC - Battle Creek Medical Center	Both	269-966-5600
Calhoun County CMHA - DBA Summit Pointe	Both	269-966-1460
Calhoun County CMHA - DBA Summit Pointe South	Both	269-979-8333
Kalamazoo Probation - Enhancement Program	Substance Abuse	269-963-2085
Landmark Recovery of Western Michigan	Substance Abuse	888-448-0302
Recovery Services Unlimited	Substance Abuse	269-364-0663
Victory Clinical Services - Battle Creek	Substance Abuse	269-753-1710

Churches & Religious Organizations in Springfield

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BETHLEHEM TEMPLE OF SPRINGFIELD	610 PARRISH ST
MICHIGAN MIZO CHRISTIAN CHURCH MMCC INC	4263 W DICKMAN RD APT 2C
RESURRECTION POWER MINISTRIES INC	114 NETTLES ST
SPRINGFIELD ASSEMBLY OF GOD	764 UPTON AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Springfield

What is the population of Springfield?

Springfield has a population of 5,295 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,459 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.7% female and 54.3% male.

Is Springfield expensive to live in?

Springfield 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 $43,681, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $105,300 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $851 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 Springfield safe?

Public safety is a concern in Springfield, with a violent crime rate of 784 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 3,838 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Springfield receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Springfield?

Springfield has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 24°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 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Springfield?

The unemployment rate in Springfield is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,232. There are 2,626 business establishments in the area, including 268 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 0.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Springfield?

The median home value in Springfield is $105,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,949. For renters, the median monthly rent is $851. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.5%. The average annual property tax is $5,129.

How are the schools in Springfield?

Schools in Springfield have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 10.9% of adults in Springfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Springfield?

The obesity rate in Springfield is 44.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.7% of adults are smokers. 32.9% are physically inactive. 28.3% of residents report depression. 10.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 81.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,738.

What is transportation like in Springfield?

The average commute in Springfield is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Springfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Springfield is 66.9% White, 8.1% Black or African American, 9.4% Hispanic or Latino. 85.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 14.5% speak Spanish. 10.4% of the population are military veterans. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 90.2% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Battle Creek, MI 52,392 pop · 1.8 mi Level Park-Oak Park, MI 3,367 pop · 3.7 mi Brownlee Park, MI 2,037 pop · 5.2 mi Galesburg, MI 2,122 pop · 9.6 mi South Gull Lake, MI 2,145 pop · 9.7 mi Richland, MI 1,014 pop · 11.8 mi Bellevue, MI 1,333 pop · 13.8 mi Comstock Northwest, MI 5,190 pop · 14.4 mi Marshall, MI 6,797 pop · 14.8 mi Eastwood, MI 6,704 pop · 15.9 mi Athens, MI 1,149 pop · 16.4 mi Parchment, MI 2,012 pop · 16.9 mi Olivet, MI 1,633 pop · 17.6 mi Kalamazoo, MI 73,132 pop · 18.4 mi

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