Located on the corridor between Detroit and Chicago, Kalamazoo reaps the benefits of these major metropolitan areas. The Kalamazoo area is a forward-thinking, mid-size city (population of roughly 77,000) with a diverse workforce. Even with a 30% less cost of living than in Detroit and Chicago, the Kalamazoo metro area comes without the loss of arts and entertainment. In fact, Kalamazoo boasts the best arts and entertainment in Southwest Michigan.

In addition, the City of Kalamazoo is host to the Kalamazoo Promise, six higher learning institutions, and thirty-six parks. Along with all that, Kalamazoo is a mere 40 miles away from Lake Michigan and its 400+ access point beaches! Whether you’re a wine lover, skier, horseback rider, hiker, jogger, cyclist, or fine arts enthusiast Southwest Michigan has something for you.

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