Dearborn

Dearborn, Michigan Overview

Dearborn scores 48.3/100 overall (C), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Michigan — above the state composite of 47.7. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 73/100, while Fiscal Health lags at 18/100.

Income & Employment in Dearborn

Dearborn’s median income of $51,670 is 25% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.1% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.3%.

Safety in Dearborn

At 301.7 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Dearborn sits meaningfully below the Michigan average of 430 — a 43% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2173.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Dearborn

Dearborn has a cost of living index of 98 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $205,900. Median monthly rent is $1,264.

Health & Wellness in Dearborn

The adult obesity rate in Dearborn is 33.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.2%. Residents report an average of 21.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Michigan ranks #31 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Dearborn

Dearborn’s high school graduation rate of 93.5% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 16.2:1. Local districts invest $17,562 per student, well above the national median. The city has 39 public schools serving 22,211 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Dearborn

The annual average temperature in Dearborn is 51.9°F. Summers average 70.7°F. Winters average 34.8°F. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches.

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