Benton Harbor, Michigan is part of Berrien County and is ranked 4th for its population of 8,936 individuals in the 2019 census. The city has a median income of $25,186 and an average household size of 2.5 individuals. According to BestPlaces, Benton Harbor has received an overall score of 46 out of 100 points. This score was based on the cost of living index, crime rate index, amenities index, education index and housing index. Benton Harbor does particularly well in regards to its affordable cost of living; with a cost of living index score at 81 out of 100 points. Additionally, low crime rate contributes significantly to the safety factor in this city; with a score at 53 out of 100 points for the crime rate index. Benton Harbor offers plenty of amenities such as restaurants and entertainment venues that contribute to its nice amenities index score at 74 out of 100 points. Furthermore, Benton Harbor’s education system showed off its capabilities with a very respectable score at 79 out of 100 points for the education index. And finally, although there are adequate housing options available in this city it still falls short compared to other cities; with an average housing index score at 56 out of 100 points. Altogether these factors make up the ranking given by BestPlaces for 49022 Benton Harbor, MI which is currently 46 out of 100 points total.
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