South Haven, MI

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3,999
TOTAL POPULATION
1,844
MALE POPULATION
2,155
FEMALE POPULATION
85.57
MALES / 100 FEMALES
116.87
FEMALES / 100 MALES
61.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$44,173
PER CAPITA INCOME
$87,647
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,202
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,666
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

South Haven Zip Codes

South Haven Area Codes

Race in South Haven

The most populous races in South Haven are White / Caucasian (3,196 | 79.9%), Black / African American (437 | 10.9%), and Two or more Races (284 | 7.1%).
Race in South Haven
Race# Population% Population
Asian521.3%
Black / African American43710.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2345.9%
Native / Alaskan300.7%
White / Caucasian3,19679.9%
Two or more Races2847.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,999100.0%

Ancestry in South Haven

The most populous ancestries reported in South Haven are German (680 | 17.0%), Irish (649 | 16.2%), English (378 | 9.5%), Polish (230 | 5.8%), and Mexican (207 | 5.2%), together accounting for 53.6% of all South Haven residents.
Ancestry in South Haven
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1995.0%
Arab160.4%
Austrian80.2%
Belgian210.5%
Bhutanese210.5%
British320.8%
Cuban100.3%
Czech60.2%
Dutch1884.7%
Eastern European50.1%
English3789.5%
European842.1%
French481.2%
French Canadian250.6%
German68017.0%
Hungarian230.6%
Indian (Asian)170.4%
Irish64916.2%
Italian1513.8%
Korean441.1%
Lebanese60.2%
Lithuanian130.3%
Mexican2075.2%
Navajo140.4%
Nigerian411.0%
Northern European180.4%
Norwegian1393.5%
Ottawa160.4%
Polish2305.8%
Russian120.3%
Scandinavian160.4%
Scottish802.0%
Slovak80.2%
Subsaharan African411.0%
Swedish671.7%
Syrian100.3%
Thai200.5%
Ukrainian30.1%
Welsh340.9%
Yugoslavian220.5%
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Immigrants in South Haven

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in South Haven came from Central America (101 | 2.5%), Latin America (101 | 2.5%), Mexico (101 | 2.5%), Asia (44 | 1.1%), and Philippines (44 | 1.1%), together accounting for 9.8% of all South Haven residents.
Immigrants in South Haven
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia441.1%
Central America1012.5%
Europe150.4%
Germany90.2%
Latin America1012.5%
Mexico1012.5%
Northern Europe60.2%
Oceania110.3%
Philippines441.1%
South Eastern Asia441.1%
Western Europe90.2%
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Sex and Age in South Haven

Sex and Age in South Haven

The most populous age groups in South Haven are 65 to 69 Years (219 | 11.9%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (284 | 13.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in South Haven
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (1.9%)147 (6.8%)
5 to 9 Years95 (5.1%)95 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Years47 (2.5%)95 (4.4%)
15 to 19 Years159 (8.6%)82 (3.8%)
20 to 24 Years56 (3.0%)60 (2.8%)
25 to 29 Years101 (5.5%)42 (1.9%)
30 to 34 Years32 (1.7%)53 (2.5%)
35 to 39 Years45 (2.4%)126 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Years72 (3.9%)105 (4.9%)
45 to 49 Years88 (4.8%)67 (3.1%)
50 to 54 Years39 (2.1%)63 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years132 (7.2%)145 (6.7%)
60 to 64 Years205 (11.1%)188 (8.7%)
65 to 69 Years219 (11.9%)284 (13.2%)
70 to 74 Years145 (7.9%)172 (8.0%)
75 to 79 Years124 (6.7%)116 (5.4%)
80 to 84 Years111 (6.0%)134 (6.2%)
85 Years and over139 (7.5%)181 (8.4%)
Total1,844 (100.0%)2,155 (100.0%)

Families and Households in South Haven

Median Family Size in South Haven

The median family size in South Haven is 2.42 persons per family, with single female/mother families (181 | 14.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.1 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (50 | 4.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.88 persons per family.
Median Family Size in South Haven
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple999 (81.2%)2.33
Single Male/Father50 (4.1%)1.88
Single Female/Mother181 (14.7%)3.10
Total Families1,230 (100.0%)2.42

Median Household Size in South Haven

The median household size in South Haven is 1.99 persons per household, with single female/mother households (181 | 9.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.14 persons per household. non-family households (713 | 36.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in South Haven
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple999 (51.4%)2.33
Single Male/Father50 (2.6%)1.92
Single Female/Mother181 (9.3%)3.14
Non-family713 (36.7%)1.24
Total Households1,943 (100.0%)1.99

Household Size by Marriage Status in South Haven

Out of a total of 1,943 households in South Haven, 1,230 (63.3%) are family households, while 713 (36.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 901, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 546.
Household Size by Marriage Status in South Haven
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-546 (28.1%)
2-Person Households901 (46.4%)167 (8.6%)
3-Person Households105 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households138 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households73 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households13 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,230 (63.3%)713 (36.7%)

Female Fertility in South Haven

Fertility by Age in South Haven

Average fertility rate in South Haven is 22.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in South Haven
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)77.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)22.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in South Haven

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in South Haven
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in South Haven

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in South Haven
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree12 (100.0%)90.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)22.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in South Haven

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in South Haven
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in South Haven

Income Overview in South Haven

Per Capita Income in South Haven is $44,173, while median incomes of families and households are $87,647 and $63,202 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,999$44,173
Median Family Income1,230$87,647
Mean Family Income1,230$118,608
Median Household Income1,943$63,202
Mean Household Income1,943$92,677
Income Deficit1,230$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,99926.24%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,99973.76¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,9990.49

Earnings by Sex in South Haven

Average Earnings in South Haven are $42,359, $46,847 for men and $34,556 for women, a difference of 26.2%.
Earnings by Sex in South Haven
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,009 (55.5%)$46,847
Female809 (44.5%)$34,556
Total1,818 (100.0%)$42,359

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in South Haven

The most common earnings brackets in South Haven are $100,000+ for men (232 | 23.0%) and $2,499 or less for women (116 | 14.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in South Haven
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less61 (6.0%)116 (14.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99951 (5.1%)68 (8.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49910 (1.0%)64 (7.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99913 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49970 (6.9%)9 (1.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99927 (2.7%)23 (2.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)5 (0.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49930 (3.0%)20 (2.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99918 (1.8%)52 (6.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99943 (4.3%)17 (2.1%)
$30,000 to $34,99922 (2.2%)36 (4.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99952 (5.1%)35 (4.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99941 (4.1%)68 (8.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99990 (8.9%)80 (9.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99980 (7.9%)41 (5.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99961 (6.0%)28 (3.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99925 (2.5%)23 (2.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99983 (8.2%)86 (10.6%)
$100,000+232 (23.0%)38 (4.7%)
Total1,009 (100.0%)809 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in South Haven

Average earnings in South Haven are $47,125 for men and $40,851 for women, a difference of 13.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $77,143, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $41,938. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $78,977, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $32,708.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in South Haven
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$44,044$32,708
College or Associate's Degree$41,938$33,158
Bachelor's Degree$47,078$46,053
Graduate Degree$77,143$78,977
Total$47,125$40,851

Family Income in South Haven

Family Income Brackets in South Haven

According to the South Haven family income data, there are 216 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in South Haven
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000574.6%
$10,000 to $14,99970.6%
$15,000 to $24,999252.0%
$25,000 to $34,99918114.7%
$35,000 to $49,999594.8%
$50,000 to $74,99921617.6%
$75,000 to $99,99916013.0%
$100,000 to $149,99921417.4%
$150,000 to $199,99912510.2%
$200,000+18715.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in South Haven

3-person families (105 | 8.5%) account for the highest median family income in South Haven with $130,665 per family, while 2-person families (901 | 73.3%) have the highest median income of $46,168 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in South Haven
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families901 (73.3%)$92,337
3-Person Families105 (8.5%)$130,665
4-Person Families149 (12.1%)$0
5-Person Families62 (5.0%)$0
6-Person Families13 (1.1%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,230 (100.0%)$87,647

Family Income by Number of Earners in South Haven

Family Income by Number of Earners in South Haven
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners402 (32.7%)$54,250
1 Earner318 (25.9%)$63,722
2 Earners430 (35.0%)$131,543
3+ Earners80 (6.5%)$0
Total1,230 (100.0%)$87,647

Household Income in South Haven

Household Income Brackets in South Haven

With 381 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in South Haven, accounting for 19.6% of all households. In contrast, only 51 households (2.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in South Haven
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001467.5%
$10,000 to $14,999512.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991487.6%
$25,000 to $34,99926413.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991447.4%
$50,000 to $74,99938119.6%
$75,000 to $99,9991889.7%
$100,000 to $149,99929315.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991407.2%
$200,000+1909.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in South Haven

The median household income in South Haven is $63,202, with the highest median household income of $84,500 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 578 households (29.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 111 households (5.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in South Haven
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years111 (5.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years332 (17.1%)$70,298
45 to 64 Years578 (29.7%)$84,500
65+ Years922 (47.4%)$60,682
Total1,943 (100.0%)$63,202

Poverty in South Haven

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in South Haven

With 16.7% poverty level for males and 24.0% for females among the residents of South Haven, 16 and 17 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 65 males (67.7%) and 42 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in South Haven
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16 (45.7%)73 (49.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years40 (51.3%)34 (25.2%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)19 (34.5%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years65 (67.7%)42 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years40 (33.6%)64 (64.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)24 (25.3%)
35 to 44 Years27 (23.1%)59 (25.5%)
45 to 54 Years38 (29.9%)59 (45.4%)
55 to 64 Years28 (8.3%)59 (17.7%)
65 to 74 Years13 (3.9%)44 (10.0%)
75 Years and over30 (8.9%)26 (6.8%)
Total297 (16.7%)503 (24.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in South Haven

According to the poverty statistics in South Haven, males aged 5 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 93.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in South Haven
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (54.3%)74 (50.3%)
5 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years38 (48.7%)101 (74.8%)
12 to 14 Years47 (100.0%)36 (65.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years31 (32.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years79 (66.4%)36 (36.0%)
25 to 34 Years133 (100.0%)71 (74.7%)
35 to 44 Years90 (76.9%)172 (74.5%)
45 to 54 Years89 (70.1%)71 (54.6%)
55 to 64 Years309 (91.7%)274 (82.3%)
65 to 74 Years320 (96.1%)398 (90.0%)
75 Years and over306 (91.1%)359 (93.2%)
Total1,478 (83.3%)1,592 (76.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in South Haven

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in South Haven show that 5.1% or 51 of the total 999 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 41.1%, comprising of 51 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in South Haven
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children848 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children73 (58.9%)51 (41.1%)
3 or 4 Children27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total948 (94.9%)51 (5.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in South Haven

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in South Haven
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)67 (72.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)31 (55.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)111 (61.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in South Haven

The poverty data for South Haven shows that 51 of the married-couple family households (5.1%) and 111 of the single-parent households (48.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 51 households (41.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in South Haven
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children51 (41.1%)67 (65.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)31 (52.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total51 (5.1%)111 (48.0%)

Employment Characteristics in South Haven

Employment by Class of Employer in South Haven

Among the 1,596 employed individuals in South Haven, private company employees (868 | 54.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (240 | 15.0%), and self-employed (incorporated) (184 | 11.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in South Haven
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees86854.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)18411.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)24015.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations18211.4%
Local Government Employees613.8%
State Government Employees472.9%
Federal Government Employees140.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,596100.0%

Employment Status by Age in South Haven

According to the labor force statistics for South Haven, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,485), 47.8% or 1,666 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 63 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 143 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.9% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in South Haven
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years104 (43.2%)18 (16.9%)
20 to 24 Years95 (81.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years143 (100.0%)10 (7.0%)
30 to 34 Years44 (51.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years293 (84.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years239 (93.0%)31 (12.8%)
55 to 59 Years239 (86.3%)7 (2.9%)
60 to 64 Years237 (60.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years205 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over68 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,666 (47.8%)63 (3.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in South Haven

According to labor force statistics for South Haven, 79.5% of individuals (1,195) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,503) are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 47 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 88.6% or 226 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 48.2% or 40 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in South Haven
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School83 (66.4%)60 (48.2%)
High School Diploma226 (88.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree406 (72.2%)10 (1.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher480 (85.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,195 (79.5%)59 (3.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in South Haven

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Haven are Management (257 | 16.2%), Community & Social Service (221 | 13.9%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (88 | 5.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (86 | 5.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (75 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in South Haven

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Haven, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (82.6%), Education, Arts & Media (75.4%), and Health Technologists (74.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in South Haven
OccupationMaleFemale
Management126 (49.0%)131 (51.0%)
Business & Financial36 (75.0%)12 (25.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 106 (48.0%)115 (52.0%)
Education, Arts & Media14 (24.6%)43 (75.4%)
Legal Services & Support6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library55 (78.6%)15 (21.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment31 (35.2%)57 (64.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating15 (17.4%)71 (82.6%)
Health Technologists15 (25.9%)43 (74.1%)
Total (Category)358 (52.1%)329 (47.9%)
Total (Overall)893 (56.3%)692 (43.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in South Haven are Food Preparation & Serving (113 | 7.1%), Personal Care & Service (64 | 4.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (27 | 1.7%), Healthcare Support (10 | 0.6%), and Security & Protection (9 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations in South Haven

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in South Haven, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (69.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in South Haven
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Security & Protection9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving35 (31.0%)78 (69.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
Total (Category)71 (31.8%)152 (68.2%)
Total (Overall)893 (56.3%)692 (43.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in South Haven are Sales & Related (227 | 14.3%), and Office & Administration (52 | 3.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in South Haven

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in South Haven
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related105 (46.3%)122 (53.7%)
Office & Administration17 (32.7%)35 (67.3%)
Total (Category)122 (43.7%)157 (56.3%)
Total (Overall)893 (56.3%)692 (43.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in South Haven are Construction & Extraction (141 | 8.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (14 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in South Haven

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in South Haven
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction141 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)893 (56.3%)692 (43.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in South Haven are Production (157 | 9.9%), Material Moving (60 | 3.8%), and Transportation (24 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in South Haven

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in South Haven
OccupationMaleFemale
Production151 (96.2%)6 (3.8%)
Transportation17 (70.8%)7 (29.2%)
Material Moving19 (31.7%)41 (68.3%)
Total (Category)187 (77.6%)54 (22.4%)
Total (Overall)893 (56.3%)692 (43.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in South Haven

Employment Industries in South Haven

The major employment industries in South Haven include Manufacturing (285 | 18.0%), Retail Trade (220 | 13.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (189 | 11.9%), Construction (169 | 10.7%), and Professional & Scientific (160 | 10.1%).
Employment Industries in South Haven

Employment Industries by Sex in South Haven

The South Haven industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (94.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Public Administration (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (88.4%), and Accommodation & Food Services (80.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in South Haven
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting7 (35.0%)13 (65.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction160 (94.7%)9 (5.3%)
Manufacturing249 (87.4%)36 (12.6%)
Wholesale Trade11 (33.3%)22 (66.7%)
Retail Trade101 (45.9%)119 (54.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information10 (71.4%)4 (28.6%)
Finance & Insurance42 (84.0%)8 (16.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing28 (51.8%)26 (48.1%)
Professional & Scientific89 (55.6%)71 (44.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support19 (65.5%)10 (34.5%)
Educational Services55 (73.3%)20 (26.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance22 (11.6%)167 (88.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation38 (69.1%)17 (30.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services30 (19.9%)121 (80.1%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Total893 (56.3%)692 (43.7%)

Education in South Haven

School Enrollment in South Haven

The most common levels of schooling among the 695 students in South Haven are high school (202 | 29.1%), middle school (142 | 20.4%), and elementary school (127 | 18.3%).
School Enrollment in South Haven
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool385.5%
Kindergarten608.6%
Elementary School12718.3%
Middle School14220.4%
High School20229.1%
College / Undergraduate9013.0%
Graduate / Professional365.2%
Total695100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in South Haven

Out of a total of 695 students who are enrolled in schools in South Haven, 189 (27.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 506 (72.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 128 (67.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 35 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in South Haven
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old62 (32.6%)128 (67.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds138 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over32 (34.4%)61 (65.6%)
Total506 (72.8%)189 (27.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in South Haven

Education (340 | 24.6%), business (253 | 18.3%), science & technology (150 | 10.9%), engineering (93 | 6.7%), and arts & humanities (88 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,381 individuals in South Haven who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in South Haven
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics201.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural523.8%
Physical & Health Sciences825.9%
Psychology795.7%
Social Sciences695.0%
Engineering936.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology15010.9%
Business25318.3%
Education34024.6%
Literature & Languages221.6%
Liberal Arts & History523.8%
Visual & Performing Arts352.5%
Communications463.3%
Arts & Humanities886.4%
Total1,381100.0%

Transportation & Commute in South Haven

Vehicle Availability by Sex in South Haven

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in South Haven are males with 2 vehicles (450, accounting for 50.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (367, making up 64.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in South Haven
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle12 (1.3%)22 (3.2%)
1 Vehicle255 (28.4%)149 (21.3%)
2 Vehicles450 (50.1%)367 (52.6%)
3 Vehicles129 (14.4%)120 (17.2%)
4 Vehicles28 (3.1%)12 (1.7%)
5 or more Vehicles24 (2.7%)28 (4.0%)
Total898 (100.0%)698 (100.0%)

Commute Time in South Haven

The most frequently occuring commute durations in South Haven are 5 to 9 minutes (357 commuters, 27.9%), 15 to 19 minutes (191 commuters, 14.9%), and less than 5 minutes (164 commuters, 12.8%).
Commute Time in South Haven
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes16412.8%
5 to 9 Minutes35727.9%
10 to 14 Minutes16412.8%
15 to 19 Minutes19114.9%
20 to 24 Minutes332.6%
25 to 29 Minutes322.5%
30 to 34 Minutes776.0%
35 to 39 Minutes221.7%
40 to 44 Minutes735.7%
45 to 59 Minutes614.8%
60 to 89 Minutes806.2%
90 or more Minutes272.1%

Commute Time by Sex in South Haven

The most common commute times in South Haven are 5 to 9 minutes (213 commuters, 28.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (144 commuters, 27.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in South Haven
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes30 (4.0%)134 (25.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes213 (28.2%)144 (27.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes89 (11.8%)75 (14.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes142 (18.8%)49 (9.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes8 (1.1%)25 (4.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes32 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes63 (8.3%)14 (2.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)22 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes73 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes44 (5.8%)17 (3.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes49 (6.5%)31 (5.9%)
90 or more Minutes12 (1.6%)15 (2.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in South Haven

The most frequent times of departure to work in South Haven are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (130, 17.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (101, 19.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in South Haven
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM74 (9.8%)11 (2.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6 (0.8%)15 (2.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM47 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM53 (7.0%)6 (1.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM60 (8.0%)9 (1.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM126 (16.7%)57 (10.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM56 (7.4%)101 (19.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM130 (17.2%)86 (16.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM15 (2.0%)66 (12.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM69 (9.1%)33 (6.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM12 (1.6%)37 (7.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM10 (1.3%)16 (3.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM41 (5.4%)42 (8.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM56 (7.4%)47 (8.9%)
Total755 (100.0%)526 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in South Haven

Occupancy by Ownership in South Haven

Of the total 1,943 dwellings in South Haven, owner-occupied units account for 1,349 (69.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 594 (30.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in South Haven
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,34969.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units59430.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,943100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in South Haven

Occupancy by Household Size in South Haven
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household54628.1%
2-Person Household1,06855.0%
3-Person Household1055.4%
4+ Person Household22411.5%
Total Housing Units1,943100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in South Haven

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in South Haven
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household312 (57.1%)234 (42.9%)
2-Person Household860 (80.5%)208 (19.5%)
3-Person Household85 (80.9%)20 (19.1%)
4+ Person Household92 (41.1%)132 (58.9%)
Total Housing Units1,349 (69.4%)594 (30.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in South Haven

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in South Haven
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School12 (6.7%)167 (93.3%)
High School Diploma248 (64.6%)136 (35.4%)
College/Associate Degree399 (64.8%)217 (35.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher690 (90.3%)74 (9.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in South Haven

Occupancy by Age of Householder in South Haven
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years20810.7%
35 to 44 Years23512.1%
45 to 54 Years1326.8%
55 to 64 Years44623.0%
65 to 74 Years43122.2%
75 to 84 Years28914.9%
85 Years and Over20210.4%
Total1,943100.0%

Housing Finances in South Haven

Median Income by Occupancy in South Haven

Median Income by Occupancy in South Haven
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,349 (69.4%)$87,574
Renter-Occupied594 (30.6%)$29,152
Average1,943 (100.0%)$63,202

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in South Haven

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in South Haven
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00039 (2.9%)54 (9.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9996 (0.4%)46 (7.7%)
$10,000 to $14,99920 (1.5%)30 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99935 (2.6%)59 (9.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99926 (1.9%)28 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999156 (11.6%)109 (18.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999104 (7.7%)39 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999213 (15.8%)168 (28.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999181 (13.4%)8 (1.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999266 (19.7%)27 (4.5%)
$150,000 or more303 (22.5%)26 (4.4%)
Total1,349 (100.0%)594 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in South Haven

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in South Haven
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30021 (1.6%)16 (2.7%)
$300 to $499127 (9.4%)116 (19.5%)
$500 to $799200 (14.8%)178 (30.0%)
$800 to $99987 (6.5%)54 (9.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499272 (20.2%)124 (20.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999223 (16.5%)31 (5.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49979 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99988 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more252 (18.7%)25 (4.2%)
Total1,349 (100.0%)594 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in South Haven

Housing Structures in South Haven

Housing Structures in South Haven
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,20261.9%
Single Unit, Attached1055.4%
2 Unit Apartments482.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1196.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1176.0%
10 or more Apartments33217.1%
Mobile Home / Other201.0%
Total1,943100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in South Haven

Housing Structures by Occupancy in South Haven
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,081 (89.9%)121 (10.1%)
Single Unit, Attached29 (27.6%)76 (72.4%)
2 Unit Apartments27 (56.2%)21 (43.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments59 (49.6%)60 (50.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments26 (22.2%)91 (77.8%)
10 or more Apartments107 (32.2%)225 (67.8%)
Mobile Home / Other20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,349 (69.4%)594 (30.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in South Haven

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in South Haven
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room10 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms79 (5.9%)177 (29.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms368 (27.3%)326 (54.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms417 (30.9%)56 (9.4%)
8 or more Rooms475 (35.2%)35 (5.9%)
Total1,349 (100.0%)594 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in South Haven

Housing Structure by Heating Type in South Haven
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,212 (89.8%)382 (64.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas37 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity100 (7.4%)125 (21.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)56 (9.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)31 (5.2%)
Total1,349 (100.0%)594 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in South Haven

Household Vehicle Usage in South Haven
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle26 (1.9%)152 (25.6%)
1 Vehicle480 (35.6%)284 (47.8%)
2 Vehicles643 (47.7%)150 (25.3%)
3 or more Vehicles200 (14.8%)8 (1.3%)
Total1,349 (100.0%)594 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in South Haven

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in South Haven

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units539810
Median Property Value$312,800$367,500
Median Household Income$89,044$198
Monthly Housing Costs$762$252
Real Estate Taxes$5,266$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in South Haven

Property Value by Mortgage Status in South Haven
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00041 (7.6%)7 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99925 (4.6%)20 (2.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999192 (35.6%)299 (36.9%)
$300,000 to $499,999148 (27.5%)262 (32.4%)
$500,000 to $749,99957 (10.6%)175 (21.6%)
$750,000 to $999,99961 (11.3%)12 (1.5%)
$1,000,000 or more15 (2.8%)35 (4.3%)
Total539 (100.0%)810 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in South Haven

Household Income by Mortgage Status in South Haven
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00024 (4.4%)27 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99935 (6.5%)21 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99952 (9.7%)46 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99959 (11.0%)104 (12.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99967 (12.4%)45 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999113 (21.0%)146 (18.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99984 (15.6%)68 (8.4%)
$150,000 or more105 (19.5%)182 (22.5%)
Total539 (100.0%)810 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in South Haven

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in South Haven
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x142 (26.4%)85,833 (10,596.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x65 (12.1%)163 (20.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x61 (11.3%)121 (14.9%)
4.0x or more271 (50.3%)153 (18.9%)
Total539 (100.0%)810 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in South Haven

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in South Haven
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80014 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4995 (0.9%)47 (5.8%)
$800 to $1,499454 (84.2%)8 (1.0%)
Total539 (100.0%)810 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in South Haven

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Haven

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Haven
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years446 (86.3%)71 (13.7%)
19 to 25 Years142 (92.2%)12 (7.8%)
26 to 34 Years137 (64.0%)77 (36.0%)
35 to 44 Years289 (83.1%)59 (17.0%)
45 to 54 Years213 (84.5%)39 (15.5%)
55 to 64 Years670 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years775 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older721 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,592 (93.3%)258 (6.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in South Haven

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in South Haven
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen446 (86.3%)71 (13.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen142 (92.2%)12 (7.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in South Haven

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in South Haven
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000569 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999639 (82.9%)132 (17.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999750 (88.8%)95 (11.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999362 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,272 (97.6%)31 (2.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Haven

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Haven
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6147 (73.9%)52 (26.1%)
6 to 18 Years360 (69.6%)175 (33.9%)
19 to 25 Years21 (13.6%)121 (78.6%)
25 to 34 Years49 (22.9%)88 (41.1%)
35 to 44 Years89 (25.6%)200 (57.5%)
45 to 54 Years67 (26.6%)146 (57.9%)
55 to 64 Years162 (24.2%)548 (81.8%)
65 to 74 Years751 (96.9%)578 (74.6%)
75 Years and over721 (100.0%)498 (69.1%)
Total2,367 (61.5%)2,406 (62.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in South Haven

Disability Status by Sex by Age in South Haven
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (6.7%)7 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)44 (24.4%)
35 to 64 Years48 (8.3%)77 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years59 (17.7%)97 (22.0%)
75 Years and over66 (19.6%)117 (30.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in South Haven

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in South Haven: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (1.7%)9 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years37 (11.1%)17 (3.8%)
75 Years and over32 (9.5%)36 (9.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in South Haven: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (1.2%)18 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years9 (2.7%)14 (3.2%)
75 Years and over6 (1.8%)34 (8.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in South Haven: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years16 (6.7%)7 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)21 (11.7%)
35 to 64 Years31 (5.4%)34 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years2 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (1.8%)40 (10.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in South Haven: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)36 (20.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (1.9%)42 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (4.8%)66 (14.9%)
75 Years and over22 (6.6%)73 (19.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in South Haven: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years16 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)22 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years13 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (4.9%)

Technology Access in South Haven

Computing Device Access in South Haven

Computing Device Access in South Haven
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,47075.7%
Smartphone1,61783.2%
Tablet1,16359.9%
No Computing Device1477.6%
Total1,943100.0%

Internet Access in South Haven

Internet Access in South Haven
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,30367.1%
Cellular Data Only21010.8%
Satellite Internet1708.7%
No Internet33617.3%
Total1,943100.0%

South Haven Summary

History

South Haven, Michigan is a small city located in the southwestern corner of the state, along the shores of Lake Michigan. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its sandy beaches, historic downtown, and vibrant arts and culture scene. The city was founded in 1835 by settlers from New York and Ohio, and was incorporated in 1869.
The city’s early economy was based on lumber and agriculture, with the first sawmill being built in 1837. The city’s first newspaper, the South Haven Tribune, was established in 1845. In the late 19th century, the city’s economy shifted to tourism, with the opening of the first hotel in 1871. The city’s first pier was built in 1872, and the first lighthouse was built in 1873.
The city’s economy continued to be based on tourism throughout the 20th century, with the opening of the South Haven Yacht Club in 1921, and the South Haven Center for the Arts in the 1950s. The city also became a popular destination for retirees, with the opening of the South Haven Retirement Community in the 1970s.

Geography

South Haven is located in the southwestern corner of Michigan, along the shores of Lake Michigan. The city is situated on the Black River, which flows into the lake. The city is surrounded by Van Buren County, and is approximately 50 miles from the state capital of Lansing.
The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, with 6.3 square miles of land and 2.0 square miles of water. The city has a humid continental climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 48°F, and the average annual precipitation is 33 inches.

Economy

South Haven’s economy is largely based on tourism, with the city’s beaches, historic downtown, and vibrant arts and culture scene attracting visitors from around the world. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a plastics factory, and a boat manufacturing plant.
The city’s largest employer is the South Haven Public School District, which employs over 1,000 people. Other major employers include the South Haven Health System, the South Haven Center for the Arts, and the South Haven Yacht Club.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, South Haven had a population of 4,403. The racial makeup of the city was 92.3% White, 4.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
The median household income in South Haven was $41,944, and the median family income was $50,917. The per capita income for the city was $21,945. About 11.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of South Haven?
Total Population of South Haven is 3,999.
What is the Total Male Population of South Haven?
Total Male Population of South Haven is 1,844.
What is the Total Female Population of South Haven?
Total Female Population of South Haven is 2,155.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in South Haven?
There are 85.57 Males per 100 Females in South Haven.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in South Haven?
There are 116.87 Females per 100 Males in South Haven.
What is the Median Population Age in South Haven?
Median Population Age in South Haven is 61.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in South Haven
Average Family Size in South Haven is 2.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in South Haven
Average Household Size in South Haven is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in South Haven?
Per Capita income in South Haven is $44,173.
What is the Median Family Income in South Haven?
Median Family Income in South Haven is $87,647.
What is the Median Household income in South Haven?
Median Household Income in South Haven is $63,202.
What is Income or Wage Gap in South Haven?
Income or Wage Gap in South Haven is 26.2%.
Women in South Haven earn 73.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in South Haven?
Inequality or Gini Index in South Haven is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in South Haven?
There are 1,666 People in the Labor Forcein in South Haven.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in South Haven?
47.8% of People are in the Labor Force in South Haven.
What is the Unemployment Rate in South Haven?
Unemployment Rate in South Haven is 3.8%.