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Retirement Living In Kalamazoo County - Michigan


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Area Description

In Kalamazoo County, you’ll find a unique and exciting city vibe, but with the comfort of warm
people, an easy-going pace of life, and truly beautiful countryside.

From the Kalamazoo Promise, a first-of-its-kind program which guarantees a college
scholarship to every graduate of Kalamazoo Public Schools, to several world-class universities
that bring interesting young people to our community, to rich cultural experiences and
breathtaking nature- our county has so much to offer.

In downtown Kalamazoo, you’ll find unique shops, affordable, award-winning restaurants, and
exciting venues that host nationally recognized acts. Just minutes from downtown, there’s
breathtaking nature, with endless opportunities to bike, hike, camp, kayak, ski, and more. And
Kalamazoo is home to unique cultural institutions, including the Smithsonian-affiliated
AirZoo and the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, home to works by Edward Hopper, Andy Warhol, and
more. Plus, for those who call Kalamazoo home, we offer a cost of living that was rated the
lowest of any region in the US, according to the 2022 Cost of Living Index.

So, in Kalamazoo, you get to enjoy real city excitement with a twist of easy-going comfort.

Includes Cities/Towns: Augusta, Climax, Fulton, Galesburg, Hickory Corners, Kalamazoo, Mattawan, Otsego, Plainwell, Portage, Richland, Schoolcraft, Scotts, Vicksburg.

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Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness


    Winter, spring, summer or fall, we’ll open the door to adventure. Fish, swim, water ski, sail or boat in one of Kalamazoo County’s 83 lakes with public access. Or feel the sand in your toes along the majestic shores of Lake Michigan—just a 45-minute drive away.

Around every corner here, there is a park or trail with areas for family picnics, biking, hiking, or horseback riding. When the snow flies, welcome to our winter wonderland. Head to our local ski resorts and toboggan runs, or hit the trails for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.

Cultural Activities


We know how to have fun year-round. We celebrate and we celebrate often. Live music, family fun, food and craft beverages, cultural events and live sporting events – there is no shortage of events to experience here.

Public transportation


Kalamazoo County is located in the heart of the Great Lakes region, midway between Chicago and Detroit. The Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) is served by major airlines and offers worldwide connections to major hubs throughout the Midwest. Car rental agencies are located at the airport and throughout Kalamazoo.

The historic downtown transportation center has trains to and from major destinations like Chicago and Detroit. You also have convenient access to Greyhound and Indian Trails bus lines, and once you’ve arrived, efficient local public transportation is available from Metro Transit bus service, as well as limousine and taxi services.

Medical Facilities


Dr. W.E. Upjohn invention of the modern pharmaceutical pill in 1885 established Southwest Michigan’s excellence in health care. The region’s high standard of care is anchored by Ascension Borgess Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital and the Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, as well as satellite facilities and other excellent providers spread throughout the region.

Part of the Ascension group of hospitals, Ascension Borgess Hospital is a full-service teaching hospital with 24/7 emergency care, a Level II Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center.
Bronson Methodist Hospital, located in the heart of Kalamazoo, is also a full-service teaching hospital with 24/7 emergency care, offering a Level I Trauma Center and Children’s Hospital.
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is a private medical school in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Established in 2012, WMed confers the Doctor of Medicine degree, as well as Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences degree and the Master of Science in Medical Engineering degree.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Kalamazoo County, Michigan?

For those of you that retire in Kalamazoo County, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 20's and highs in the mid 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 10's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the winter, great for a day of shopping in Kalamazoo County! Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground so you can enjoy some winter skiing!

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Kalamazoo County such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Kalamazoo County!

Summertime in Kalamazoo County is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Expect a few days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.

If you retire in Kalamazoo County, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  17 F°  24 F°  32 F°
 Feb  19 F°  27 F°  35 F°
 Mar  26 F°  36 F°  46 F°
 Apr  37 F°  49 F°  60 F°
 May  47 F°  59 F°  71 F°
 Jun  57 F°  68 F°  80 F°
 Jul  61 F°  72 F°  84 F°
 Aug  59 F°  70 F°  82 F°
 Sep  51 F°  63 F°  74 F°
 Oct  41 F°  51 F°  62 F°
 Nov  32 F°  40 F°  48 F°
 Dec  22 F°  29 F°  35 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  28  3
 Feb  0  25  1
 Mar  0  23  0
 Apr  0  9  0
 May  0  1  0
 Jun  2  0  0
 Jul  4  0  0
 Aug  2  0  0
 Sep  1  0  0
 Oct  0  5  0
 Nov  0  16  0
 Dec  0  26  1

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  2 "  14  19 %
 Feb  2 "  11  20 %
 Mar  2 "  11  26 %
 Apr  3 "  12  35 %
 May  4 "  12  46 %
 Jun  4 "  10  56 %
 Jul  4 "  9  61 %
 Aug  4 "  10  61 %
 Sep  4 "  11  54 %
 Oct  3 "  12  42 %
 Nov  3 "  12  33 %
 Dec  2 "  14  24 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  17 "  24  11
 Feb  12 "  19  8
 Mar  6 "  8  4
 Apr  1 "  1  1
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  4 "  3  3
 Dec  17 "  17  10


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