Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 14.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.7% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,476 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 29,435 (27.3%) |
| Some College | 14,980 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 16,520 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 12,808 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 32,638 (30.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,687 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $208,326 ▼ 25% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $946/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 81,667 |
| Vacant Units | 13,974 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Berrien County is located in Michigan and encompasses 25 ZIP codes spanning 23 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 163,874 residents. With a median age of 43.03, it is a middle-aged county.
Berrien County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,687 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Berrien County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $208,326 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $946. Homeownership rates are high at 73.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Berrien County are primarily White (74.02%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Berrien County, MI is a solidly middle-class area in Michigan. The 25 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49101 | Baroda | 2,939 | $70,167 | $225,500 | $1,040 | 4.1% | 47.4% |
| 49022 | Benton Harbor | 29,796 | $39,859 | $140,500 | $797 | 14.2% | 29.2% |
| 49102 | Berrien Center | 1,575 | $61,167 | $250,300 | $1,028 | 5.4% | 36.4% |
| 49103 | Berrien Springs | 11,257 | $61,888 | $224,500 | $878 | 4.0% | 60.6% |
| 49106 | Bridgman | 5,086 | $75,064 | $243,400 | $1,139 | 2.8% | 46.6% |
| 49107 | Buchanan | 10,351 | $65,118 | $174,500 | $987 | 4.9% | 33.7% |
| 49038 | Coloma | 8,577 | $60,396 | $196,200 | $944 | 4.3% | 31.2% |
| 49111 | Eau Claire | 3,121 | $65,702 | $164,400 | $617 | 2.7% | 32.4% |
| 49113 | Galien | 1,758 | $58,295 | $158,900 | $806 | 10.9% | 23.3% |
| 49115 | Harbert | 112 | $60,370 | $272,400 | — | 0.0% | 97.9% |
| 49116 | Lakeside | 109 | $123,289 | — | — | 0.0% | 59.6% |
| 49117 | New Buffalo | 3,512 | $75,268 | $448,400 | $749 | 10.0% | 51.7% |
| 49119 | New Troy | 108 | $54,554 | $168,800 | $1,013 | 0.0% | 26.0% |
| 49120 | Niles | 36,652 | $61,940 | $166,800 | $911 | 5.8% | 34.3% |
| 49084 | Riverside | 38 | $41,875 | $169,600 | — | 0.0% | 43.5% |
| 49085 | Saint Joseph | 23,575 | $101,763 | $287,300 | $1,099 | 2.0% | 61.0% |
| 49125 | Sawyer | 2,051 | $79,688 | $300,000 | $803 | 1.0% | 41.1% |
| 49126 | Sodus | 1,633 | $77,813 | $162,500 | $738 | 8.7% | 29.2% |
| 49127 | Stevensville | 11,347 | $96,781 | $287,000 | $1,103 | 6.0% | 57.3% |
| 49128 | Three Oaks | 3,461 | $73,023 | $247,000 | $984 | 2.7% | 39.8% |
| 49129 | Union Pier | 615 | $104,000 | $586,900 | — | 0.0% | 72.5% |
| 49098 | Watervliet | 5,791 | $56,899 | $150,500 | $1,253 | 3.6% | 33.6% |