Niles

Berrien County, Michigan

Population 153K |Median income $65,425 |2 hospitals

Population

153,288

Berrien County

Median Income

$65,425

-4% vs avg

Median Home Value

$224,300

Near average

Median Age

42.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

153K-2%

Median Income

$65,425+50%

Median Home Value

$224,300+73%

Poverty Rate

15.1%-14%

Unemployment

6.2%-49%

Economics

Median Rent

$942/mo

Poverty Rate

15.1% +6% vs avg

Unemployment 6.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 30.9%

Work From Home 11.2%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 73.9%

African American 13.2%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.8%

Asian 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

39.8%

Obesity

38.8%

Short Sleep Duration

37.6%

Physical Inactivity

27.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.2%

Current Smoking

15%

Binge Drinking

14.8%

Diabetes

13.5%

Current Asthma

11.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 66.2%

Annual Checkup 80.2%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

Lack of Health Insurance

7.3%

Stroke

4.2%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

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Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

LAKELAND HOSPITAL, ST JOSEPH

ST JOSEPH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Niles 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 Niles, MI? ▼

Niles, MI has a population of 153,288 people, located in Berrien County, Michigan.

What is the median household income in Niles? ▼

The median household income in Niles, MI is $65,425 per year. The poverty rate is 15.1%.

What is the median home value in Niles? ▼

The median home value in Niles, MI is $224,300. Median rent is $942/month.

What are the top health concerns in Niles? ▼

The top health indicators in Niles include High Blood Pressure (39.8%), Obesity (38.8%), Short Sleep Duration (37.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Niles? ▼

Niles has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Niles? ▼

The median age in Niles, MI is 42.7 years. 30.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Niles, MI is located in Berrien County, Michigan. With a population of 153K and a median household income of $65,425, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Niles 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 (Berrien 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.