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Cassopolis, MI


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Cassopolis, Michigan

Cassopolis, Michigan, in Cass county, is 16 miles N of Elkhart, Indiana (center to center) and 84 miles E of Chicago, Illinois. There are 1,740 residents in the village.

The People and Families of Cassopolis

In Cassopolis, about 47% of adults are married. If you love being around young kids, you'll appreciate Cassopolis. People in the village are less likely to be married than people elsewhere.

Approximately 45% of Cassopolis is non-white. Diversity is a hallmark of Cassopolis.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Cassopolis had a median family income of $37,348.

Political Inclinations

Cassopolis folks tended to give their money ($250) to George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race. More campaign money flowed to the Republican party than to competing parties.

Cassopolis Housing

As of 2000, the share of housing units in Cassopolis that were owner-occupied was 58%. Homes in this community tend to be somewhat older than those in other areas. People on their own appreciate the studio and one-bedroom apartments in Cassopolis. Compared to most villages in the state, the village has reasonable real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Cassopolis, 90% of commuters drive to work. Cassopolis offers good opportunities for biking and walking, so if you're out of shape give those a try. More folks in the village use public transportation than most people elsewhere.

High Points

Cassopolis strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Michigan):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Cassopolis Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Cassopolis Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 12%Cassopolis Affordability of Property Taxes
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Cassopolis Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Cassopolis, MI

Comparing Cassopolis to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Michigan (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity1010
Children Under 5 Years Old98
Female Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Women74
Well-Paid Single Men52
Male Share of the Population44
Age of the Population34
Senior Citizens33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size66
Portion of People Married12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty43
College Educated Adults44
Median Family Income43
People in Middle Class or Better42

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Public Transportation Use99
Working at Home67
Short Commute Times55

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing98
People Living Alone88
Affordability of Rents56
Affordability of Property Taxes59
Housing Recently Built23
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