Coldwater

Branch County, Michigan

Population 45K |Median income $63,724 |1 hospital

Population

45,300

Branch County

Median Income

$63,724

-6% vs avg

Median Home Value

$162,500

-29% vs avg

Median Age

40.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

45K+2%

Median Income

$63,724+52%

Median Home Value

$162,500+66%

Poverty Rate

16.4%-12%

Unemployment

5.7%-52%

Economics

Median Rent

$959/mo

Poverty Rate

16.4% +15% vs avg

Unemployment 5.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 17.3%

Work From Home 6.2%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 87.8%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%

African American 1.7%

Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

39.6%

Obesity

36%

Short Sleep Duration

35%

Physical Inactivity

28.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.6%

Current Smoking

18%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.3%

Binge Drinking

15.9%

Diabetes

13.3%

Current Asthma

11.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.3%

Annual Checkup 79%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.7%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.3%

Stroke

4.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

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Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

INSIGHT HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER COLDWATER

COLDWATER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Coldwater Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Alert Issued for West of Barren Islands and Kamishak Bay

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Coldwater, MI? ▼

Coldwater, MI has a population of 45,300 people, located in Branch County, Michigan.

What is the median household income in Coldwater? ▼

The median household income in Coldwater, MI is $63,724 per year. The poverty rate is 16.4%.

What is the median home value in Coldwater? ▼

The median home value in Coldwater, MI is $162,500. Median rent is $959/month.

What are the top health concerns in Coldwater? ▼

The top health indicators in Coldwater include High Blood Pressure (39.6%), Obesity (36%), Short Sleep Duration (35%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Coldwater? ▼

Coldwater has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Coldwater? ▼

The median age in Coldwater, MI is 40.6 years. 17.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Coldwater, MI is located in Branch County, Michigan. With a population of 45K and a median household income of $63,724, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Coldwater area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Branch County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.