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Crime in Battle Creek summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Battle Creek. Key points include:
There were 2,229 total crimes in Battle Creek in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Battle Creek is 3,644.4 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Battle Creek is 1,121.6 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Battle Creek is 2,522.8 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Battle Creek is 71.97% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Battle Creek Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Battle Creek / 100k People |
Michigan / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 2,229 | 3,644.4 | 1,813.2 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 686 | 1,121.6 | 434.3 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 5 | 8.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 34 | 55.6 | 31.3 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 579 | 946.7 | 341.3 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 1,543 | 2,522.8 | 1,378.9 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 312 | 510.1 | 184.2 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 1,050 | 1,716.7 | 963.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 181 | 295.9 | 231.0 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Battle Creek summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Battle Creek. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Michigan. Key points include:
The cost of living in Battle Creek is 87 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Battle Creek is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Battle Creek is $176,634.
The median income in Battle Creek is $55,693.
Battle Creek's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Battle Creek Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Battle Creek | Michigan | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 87 | 91 | 100 |
| Services | 93 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 95 | 98 | 100 |
| Health | 61 | 75 | 100 |
| Housing | 91 | 98 | 100 |
| Transportation | 103 | 101 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 98 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Battle Creek, MI Weather
The average high in Battle Creek is 58.3° and the average low is 38.7°.
There are 70.8 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 35.7 inches of precipitation each year with 57.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Battle Creek |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 58.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 38.7 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 70.8 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 35.7 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 57.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Battle Creek Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Battle Creek
The current population in Battle Creek is 52,374. The population has decreased 0.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52,374 | -0.0% |
| 2023 | 52,392 | -0.1% |
| 2022 | 52,469 | 0.1% |
| 2021 | 52,434 | 2.6% |
| 2020 | 51,084 | -0.5% |
| 2019 | 51,316 | -0.3% |
| 2018 | 51,475 | -0.1% |
| 2017 | 51,505 | -0.5% |
| 2016 | 51,763 | -0.1% |
| 2015 | 51,830 | -0.3% |
| 2014 | 51,963 | -0.3% |
| 2013 | 52,126 | -0.4% |
| 2012 | 52,327 | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 52,534 | -0.4% |
| 2010 | 52,762 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Battle Creek
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Battle Creek is:
62.0% White with 32,482 White residents.
15.6% African American with 8,170 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 78 American Indian residents.
4.9% Asian with 2,554 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 29 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 386 Other residents.
8.2% Two Or More with 4,312 Two Or More residents.
8.3% Hispanic with 4,363 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Battle Creek | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 62.0% | 72.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 15.6% | 13.1% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.9% | 3.4% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 8.2% | 4.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 8.3% | 5.9% | 19.3% |
Gender in Battle Creek
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Battle Creek is 51.9% female with 27,190 female residents.
Battle Creek is 48.1% male with 25,183 male residents.
| Gender | Battle Creek | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.4% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.6% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Battle Creek for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Battle Creek completed < 9th grade.
7.0% of adults in Battle Creek completed 9-12th grade.
35.0% of adults in Battle Creek completed high school / ged.
24.0% of adults in Battle Creek completed some college.
9.0% of adults in Battle Creek completed associate's degree.
15.0% of adults in Battle Creek completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in Battle Creek completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Battle Creek completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Battle Creek completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Battle Creek | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 35.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 24.0% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Battle Creek, Michigan
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5.1% of households in Battle Creek earn Less than $10,000.
7.8% of households in Battle Creek earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.4% of households in Battle Creek earn $15,000 to $24,999.
9.9% of households in Battle Creek earn $25,000 to $34,999.
15.4% of households in Battle Creek earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.1% of households in Battle Creek earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.5% of households in Battle Creek earn $75,000 to $99,999.
12.9% of households in Battle Creek earn $100,000 to $149,999.
5.0% of households in Battle Creek earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.0% of households in Battle Creek earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Battle Creek | MI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.1% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7.8% | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.4% | 6.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.9% | 7.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.4% | 11.4% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.1% | 16.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.5% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.9% | 17.3% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.0% | 8.6% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.0% | 9.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
