Watervliet, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Van Buren County County
Watervliet, MI
At a Glance
How Watervliet Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Watervliet's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Watervliet a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Watervliet residents earn a median household income of $57,477 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,076. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,643 business establishments, including 164 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Watervliet is $130,000 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $240,038. Median rent is $838/month, with 27.9% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
Watervliet reports 547 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 608/100K.
Education
10.4% of adults in Watervliet hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 83.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Watervliet has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches.