Southfield

Southfield, Michigan Overview

Southfield scores 48.0/100 overall (C), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Michigan — above the state composite of 47.7. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 74/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 18/100.

Income & Employment in Southfield

The median household income in Southfield is $65,497, 4% below the statewide median of $68,505. The local unemployment rate of 5.2% is higher than the state’s 4.9%. Population grew 0.9% recently.

Safety in Southfield

With a violent crime rate of 547 per 100,000, Southfield exceeds the Michigan average of 430. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 2792.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Southfield

Southfield has a cost of living index of 91.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $226,900. Median monthly rent is $1,301. Renters spend 23.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Southfield

The adult obesity rate in Southfield is 39.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 15%. Residents report an average of 16.1 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Michigan ranks #31 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Southfield

Southfield has a high school graduation rate of 87.4%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.2:1. Local districts invest $18,044 per student, well above the national median. The city has 16 public schools serving 7,119 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Southfield

The annual average temperature in Southfield is 51.2°F. Summers average 70°F. Winters average 34.1°F. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches.

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