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South Haven, MI


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South Haven, Michigan

South Haven, Michigan, in Van Buren county, is 35 miles W of Kalamazoo, Michigan (center to center) and 79 miles NE of Chicago, Illinois. Part of the surrounding Kalamazoo - Battle Creek metro area, the city is not an isolated city. South Haven is home to some 5,021 residents.

The People and Families of South Haven

In South Haven, about 52% of adults are married. People in South Haven have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

There are more females than males in the city than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in South Haven.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, South Haven had a median family income of $46,307.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($2,200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in South Haven. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

South Haven Housing

According to the 2000 census, 70% of the housing in South Haven was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the city as the average housing age is high.

Commuting

In South Haven, 95% of commuters drive to work. People in the city expect to drive a lot. The city does not have a lot of public transportation. The relatively short commuting times in South Haven let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 11%South Haven Racial Diversity
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%South Haven Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of South Haven, MI

Comparing South Haven 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
Age of the Population1010
Senior Citizens99
Female Share of the Population99
Racial Diversity79
Well-Paid Single Women67
Well-Paid Single Men56
Children Under 5 Years Old22
Male Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married45
Average Household Size33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults68
People Above Poverty55
People in Middle Class or Better56
Median Family Income56

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Working at Home67
Public Transportation Use25
Walking and Biking to Work23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
People Living Alone98
Affordability of Rents75
Affordability of Property Taxes53
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals54
Housing Recently Built12

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Historic South Haven

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Avery Beach Hotel between 1890 and 1901

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Avery Beach Hotel between 1890 and 1901

Black River between 1900 and 1905

The Kaiser cottage between 1900 and 1905

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