Niles, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
11,838 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,815 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$440 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$715 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Berrien County
4
Niles Metro Area
4
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Berrien County
3
Niles Metro Area
3
Michigan
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 25
Feb 2 13 28
Mar 2 6 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 3 4 41
Dec 3 16 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Niles Senior High School
<1 miles, E · 1.9star
Eastside Connections School
<1 miles, SE · 3.7star
Ring Lardner Middle School
<1 miles, E · 1.9star
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Colleges

Saint Mary's College
9 miles, SW · 2.8star
University of Notre Dame
9 miles, S · 4.6star
Holy Cross College
9 miles, SW · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital of South Bend
10 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
9 miles, SW · 1.4star
Fort Wayne International Airport
80 miles, S · 1.4star
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