Coloma Public RecordsMichigan

Coloma city, Berrien County, MI, had a population of 1,353 in 2020. The median age was about 40 years. Approximately 48.4% were male and 51.6% female. The racial makeup was 89.7% White, 3.3% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.6% Asian, and 6.1% Hispanic or Latino of any race. Other races and multiracial individuals made up the remainder.

Coloma City, located in Berrien County, MI, is served by Coloma Community Schools, comprising three public schools including Coloma High School, which enrolls around 450 students in grades 9–12. The district’s average graduation rate is 88%, with about 15% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is prioritized, reflected in a 7/10 rating from GreatSchools. The district offers advanced placement, vocational, and adult education programs. Educational spending per student is approximately $10,000 annually, and extracurricular participation rates exceed 60%.

Transportation in Coloma city, Berrien County, MI is primarily car-dependent, with approximately 89% of workers commuting by personal vehicles and less than 1% using public transit (U.S. Census, 2022). The average one-way commute time is about 22 minutes. Most households (nearly 93%) have at least one vehicle, and over half own two or more. The city lacks significant public transit infrastructure, relying on regional roadways like I-94 and M-140. Major employment hubs include nearby Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, and local manufacturing and retail sectors. Walking and biking commute rates remain minimal.

Coloma, Berrien, MI features a homeownership rate of around 70%, with median home values at approximately $170,000 and median monthly rents near $900. The market has seen steady 2-4% annual appreciation. Housing types primarily include single-family homes, with some apartments and duplexes. Popular neighborhoods are near downtown Coloma and Paw Paw Lake. Property taxes average 1.6% of the home's assessed value. The area offers affordable options for both buyers and renters, with a stable and moderately appreciating real estate market.

Coloma city, in Berrien County, MI, is served primarily by Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital (49 beds) and several local clinics, with additional providers in nearby communities. According to the U.S. Census, approximately 8% of Coloma residents lack health insurance, slightly below the state average (10.6%). The patient population is predominantly White (91%), with a median age of 38.5. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, paralleling regional trends. Access is bolstered by local primary care and urgent care options, though some residents face transportation barriers to specialty care in larger cities.