Warren

Warren, Michigan Overview

Warren scores 45.5/100 overall (C), ranking #14 of 20 cities in Michigan — below the state composite of 47.7. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 75/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 18/100.

Income & Employment in Warren

The median household income in Warren is $60,572, 12% below the statewide median of $68,505. The local unemployment rate of 5.7% is higher than the state’s 4.9%. Population grew 0.4% recently.

Safety in Warren

With a violent crime rate of 569.4 per 100,000, Warren exceeds the Michigan average of 430. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 1866 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Warren

Warren has a cost of living index of 98 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $181,900. Median monthly rent is $1,184. Renters spend 23.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Warren

The adult obesity rate in Warren is 39.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.5%. Residents report an average of 18.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Michigan ranks #31 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Warren

Warren has a high school graduation rate of 84.6%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.5:1. Local districts invest $16,691 per student, well above the national median. The city has 37 public schools serving 18,888 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Warren

The annual average temperature in Warren is 51.2°F. Summers average 69.8°F. Winters average 34.2°F. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches.

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