Best Places to Live in Bethel, Michigan

Bethel, MI is a small town located in the heart of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. It is renowned for its natural beauty and idyllic rural atmosphere. Life in Bethel is peaceful and tranquil, with plenty of opportunities to take part in outdoor activities such as fishing, biking, and camping. There are also a variety of museums, galleries, and other cultural attractions to explore nearby. Residents here take pride in their community spirit, with events like the annual Fall Festivals and Art Shows providing fun entertainment for all ages. The friendly locals are sure to make you feel right at home!

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Bethel is 5.0% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Bethel jobs have increased by 0.5%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Bethel's cost of living is 22.1% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Bethel's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

June, August and July are the most pleasant months in Bethel, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Branch county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 68.4% to 29.9%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Bethel's population is 1,583 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 22.1%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 24.3 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Bethel is $154,200. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 10.5%.

SCHOOLS

Bethel public schools spend $9,442 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 21 students per teacher in Bethel. More Education

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Housing Market in Bethel

It's a good time to buy in Bethel. Home Appreciation is up 10.5% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Bethel is $154,200.

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