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Dowagiac, MI
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About Dowagiac
Dowagiac is a suburb in the South Bend Metro Area and in the Cass County. It has a population of 5,695 and a population density of 1,297, which is 93% above the national average. It has a median age of 37, which is 1 year below the South Bend Metro median age and 1 year below the national average.
Dowagiac has a median home value of $126,800, which is 36% below the Metro average.The average rent of $1,069 is 26% above the metro average rent and 1% above the national average rent, making it one of the most affordable places to live in South Bend. The average household income in Dowagiac is $40,836 , which is 26% below the Metro average household income and 37% below the national average of household income.
The average school rating in Dowagiac is 4. Dowagiac also has a crime index 117 that is below the Metro average and above the National average.
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Demographics
Dowagiac's population is made up of 28% married, 41% single, 23% divorced and 7% widowed. Baby Boomers make up the largest percentage of the population at 37%, while Millennials have the second largest segment at 27%. Homeowners make up 60% of the population in Dowagiac.
- 50% Male
- 50% Female
Employment
The Per Capita income in Dowagiac is $24,896. The Median Household Income is $42,371 and the Dowagiac Unemployment Rate is 12%.
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Crime Data
Dowagiac crime index is 117 which is higher than the national average. Click here to see the Safest Places to Live in Dowagiac.
Crime Index represents the risk of crime occurring in a area and is measured against national index of 100. If the Crime Index of an area is above 100 the crime in that area is relatively higher when compared to US. If the Crime Index of an area is below 100 the crime in that area is lower when compared to US.