South Haven
City in Van Buren County, Michigan
South Haven is a city in Van Buren County, Michigan, with 3,964 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 614 ft (187 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Bangor, 10.0 miles SE.
- 3,964residents (2020 Census)
- 614 ftelevation · 187 m
- 3.5 sq miland area · 9.0 km²
- 1,146 / sq mipopulation density
- 49090ZIP code
About South Haven
South Haven is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan. Most of the city is in Van Buren County, although a small portion extends into Allegan County. The population was 3,964 at the 2020 census.
Because of its position on Lake Michigan, at the mouth of the Black River, South Haven has always been a port city. During settlement, major ship lines stopped there, both passenger and freight. In the early 1900s South Haven became a resort town, sometimes referred to as "The Catskills of the Midwest." South Haven is a major regional tourist draw because of its recreational harbor and beaches. It is the western terminus of the Kal-Haven Trail, popular with bicyclists and snowmobilers. Nearby are Van Buren State Park and the Van Buren Trail State Park.
Noted botanist Liberty Hyde Bailey was born in South Haven. His childhood home was presented to the city in the 1930s, and is now a museum.
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Living in South Haven
- Median household income
- $68,239
- Median home value
- $454,100
- Median rent
- $834/mo
- Median age
- 61.7
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South Haven had 3,964 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 3,964 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,146 per sq mi (443 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
South Haven at a glance
| State | Michigan (MI) |
|---|---|
| County | Van Buren County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 3,964 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.46 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Water area | 0.09 sq mi (0.24 km²) |
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.4013° N, 86.2684° W |
| ZIP code | 49090 |
| Official website | south-haven.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2674980 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near South Haven
- Bangor10.0 mi SE
- Breedsville10.8 mi E
- Paw Paw Lake13.1 mi S
- Hartford14.5 mi S
- Lake Michigan Beach14.6 mi S
- Watervliet14.8 mi S
- Coloma15.0 mi S
- Bloomingdale15.5 mi E
- Fennville15.7 mi NE
- Douglas16.7 mi N
- Lawrence16.8 mi SE
- Saugatuck18.2 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about South Haven
What county is South Haven in?
South Haven is in Van Buren County, Michigan.
What is the population of South Haven, MI?
3,964 people lived in South Haven at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of South Haven, MI?
The ZIP code of South Haven is 49090.
What is the elevation of South Haven?
614 feet (187 m) above sea level.
What towns are near South Haven?
Bangor (10.0 mi), Breedsville (10.8 mi), Paw Paw Lake (13.1 mi), Hartford (14.5 mi), Lake Michigan Beach (14.6 mi).
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