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Coldwater, Michigan

Introduction to Coldwater, Michigan

Coldwater, Michigan, in Branch county, is 27 miles S of Battle Creek, Michigan and 76 miles W of Toledo, Ohio. The city contains a population of approximately 12,697.

Coldwater History

The area where Coldwater stands now was originally inhabited by the Potawatomie Indians. The first actual white settler is believed to be Jabe Bronson, who came here and made his home in 1828. The separate existence of the county, as the city of Coldwater, dates back to the year 1833.

Coldwater and nearby Attractions

  • Tibbits Opera House
  • Wing House Museum
  • Blackberry Patch Golf Club
  • Branch County Tourism
  • Parkhurst Park
  • Waterwork Park

Things To Do In Coldwater

The Tibbits Opera House is a very popular destination. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy a game at the Blackberry Patch Golf Club. There are also many parks in the city where you can relax with family members or friends.

Coldwater Transportation

Battle Creek International is the nearest major airport.

Coldwater Higher Education

The city has a branch of Kellogg Community College and Baker College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Coldwater Short Commute Times
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 10%Coldwater Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Coldwater Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 18%Coldwater Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Coldwater, MI

Comparing Coldwater 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
Male Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity810
Well-Paid Single Men66
Age of the Population56
Senior Citizens44
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Female Share of the Population21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size56
Portion of People Married33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty55
People in Middle Class or Better55
Median Family Income44
College Educated Adults24

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work109
Working at Home89
Public Transportation Use35

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
People Living Alone87
Seasonal and Vacation Housing86
Affordability of Rents75
Affordability of Property Taxes79
Housing Recently Built24
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