Dearborn Heights

Dearborn Heights, Michigan Overview

Dearborn Heights scores 46.5/100 overall (C), ranking #12 of 20 cities in Michigan — below the state composite of 47.7. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 68/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 18/100.

Income & Employment in Dearborn Heights

The median household income in Dearborn Heights is $61,035, 11% below the statewide median of $68,505. The local unemployment rate of 4.7% is lower than the state’s 4.9%.

Safety in Dearborn Heights

Dearborn Heights reports 423.3 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 430 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1621.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Dearborn Heights

The median home value is $174,900. Median monthly rent is $1,260. Renters spend 24.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Dearborn Heights

The adult obesity rate in Dearborn Heights is 35% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.2%. Residents report an average of 21 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Michigan ranks #31 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Dearborn Heights

Dearborn Heights has a high school graduation rate of 90.6%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.4:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,386. The city has 17 public schools serving 9,475 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Dearborn Heights

The annual average temperature in Dearborn Heights is 51.8°F. Summers average 70.6°F. Winters average 34.7°F. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches.

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