Buchanan, Virginia Statistic: Population, Charts, Map, Steets and More

Did you know that the City of Buchanan, Michigan is the "Nicest Place in America" for 2020? Reader's Digest gathered stories of small towns in the United States to find out. The city of 4,500 people is situated in Berrien County in the Southwest of Michigan, near the Indiana border, just outside the South Bend area. It's also known as the "Redbud City" or "Tree City USA".

The city is the county seat of Haralson County in the state of Georgia. Its residents enjoy a balance of small-town openness and modern suburb amenities. The city is the center of local government and small businesses. Many people enjoy the quiet, friendly neighborhoods of Buchanan. The population of Buchanan was 1,104 at the 2010 census. The city has many historical sites, and there are museums, restaurants, and entertainment venues that are well-known around the area.

The Buchanan area has a long history. In 1842, thousands of German immigrants settled in the area. These immigrants came to the United States because of the failure of the common people in Germany and Austria to unite. Most of these pioneers came to the area through other methods. According to a 19th century German settler, "My parents settled in the soil, and that's how I came to be here."

The median household income in Buchanan, MI is $62,604 per year. The median income for males was $49,667 while females made $32,675 per year. The poverty line for the city of Buchanan, Michigan is $32,660. Approximately 3.9% of the population live below the poverty line. In addition to the public school district, students in the Buchanan area attend Frank G. Lindsey Elementary School, Buchanan-Verplanck Elementary School, Blue Mountain Middle School, and Hendrick Hudson High, all of which are located within the city.