Niles, MI Metro Area

Niles, MI · Metro Area

153,288Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the South Bend-Elkhart-Mishawaka, IN-MI combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $65,425
Median home value: $224,300
Land area: 568 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Berrien County, MI	Central	153,288	$65,425	$224,300

Largest cities and towns

45 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Lincoln, MI	—	14,898	$98,228
Niles (Township), MI	—	14,328	$63,459
Benton, MI	—	14,234	$38,688
Niles, MI	City	11,803	$51,376
Oronoko, MI	—	9,132	$60,175
Benton Harbor, MI	City	8,953	$31,117
St. Joseph (Charter Township), MI	—	7,986	$84,057
St. Joseph, MI	City	7,986	$84,057
Fair Plain, MI	CDP	7,330	$52,817
Royalton, MI	—	5,140	$128,750
Coloma (Charter Township), MI	—	5,008	$60,417
Berrien, MI	—	4,839	$79,148
Buchanan, MI	City	4,223	$56,163
Paw Paw Lake, MI	CDP	3,889	$67,674
Buchanan (Township), MI	—	3,439	$66,783
Lake, MI	—	3,334	$83,241
Hagar, MI	—	3,200	$67,273
Benton Heights, MI	CDP	3,078	$33,542
Watervliet (Township), MI	—	3,055	$58,616
Baroda (Township), MI	—	2,833	$75,337
Chikaming, MI	—	2,748	$83,908
Bainbridge, MI	—	2,658	$74,574
Bertrand, MI	—	2,600	$100,735
New Buffalo (Township), MI	—	2,476	$92,188
Sodus, MI	—	2,231	$78,402

Also in the South Bend-Elkhart-Mishawaka, IN-MI combined area

South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI · metro · 324,560 Elkhart-Goshen, IN · metro · 207,132 Warsaw, IN · micro · 80,442 Plymouth, IN · micro · 46,284

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Unemployment

6.2%

College Educated

30.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$65,425

Mean Household Income

$89,826

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.2%

Female

50.8%

Population Split

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German22.5%

English10.9%

Irish10.3%

Mexican4.7%

Polish4.4%

Italian4.0%

African2.7%

French2.0%

Scottish1.8%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

5.5%Foreign Born

94.5%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized48.5%

Non-Citizen51.5%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later37.5%

Before 201062.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

77,276

Median Rent

$942/mo

Median Home Value

$224,300

Median Year Built

1966

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

31,905

College Enrollment

14.7%

High School

24.2%

College Educated

30.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

21.2 min

Drive Alone Rate

76.4%

Public Transit

0.3%

Work From Home

11.2%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.3%

18-34 Years

19.6%

35-64 Years

37.8%

65+ Years

21.3%

Population Composition

Under 1821.3%

18-3419.6%

35-6437.8%

65+21.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

46.2%

Single Parent

6.9%

Living Alone

31.3%

Avg Size

2.35

Household Types

Married Couples46.2%

Single Parent6.9%

Living Alone31.3%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$38,351

SNAP Usage

14.2%

Health Insurance

93.6%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k18.9%

$25k - $50k20.6%

$50k - $100k29.1%

$100k+31.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

19.1%

Retail Trade

10.3%

Education & Health Care

23.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

93.6%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

89.3%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

93.9%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

92.4

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

151.1

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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