Detroit

Detroit, Michigan Overview

Detroit faces challenges across several categories, earning a F grade (28.8/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Michigan. Even so, the city scores 79/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 1/100.

Income & Employment in Detroit

Detroit’s median income of $38,080 is 44% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.1% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 9.1%.

Safety in Detroit

With a violent crime rate of 2050.9 per 100,000, Detroit exceeds the Michigan average of 430. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 4842.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Detroit

Detroit has a cost of living index of 98 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $76,800. Median monthly rent is $1,034. Renters allocate 32.6% of income to rent — above the 30% affordability threshold.

Health & Wellness in Detroit

The adult obesity rate in Detroit is 45.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 19.2%. Residents report an average of 22.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Michigan ranks #31 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Detroit

Detroit has a high school graduation rate of 76.6%. The student-teacher ratio is 18:1. Local districts invest $18,512 per student, well above the national median. The city has 167 public schools serving 79,065 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Detroit

The annual average temperature in Detroit is 51.6°F. Summers average 70.3°F. Winters average 34.5°F. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches.

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