Living in Berrien County, Michigan

Berrien County is a county in Michigan with a population of around 154,636, part of the Niles-Benton Harbor, MI MSA metro area. The main communities are Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, Buchanan.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,540/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $246K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 35°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Berrien County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.