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Vandalia, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · St. Joseph County County
Vandalia, MI
At a Glance
How Vandalia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vandalia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vandalia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vandalia residents earn a median household income of $65,000 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,466. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,282 business establishments, including 106 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vandalia is $64,200 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $326,028. Median rent is $1,168/month, with 22.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1949.
Safety & Crime
Vandalia reports 115 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 860/100K.
Education
6.5% of adults in Vandalia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below the national average). 78.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vandalia has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.