Ann Arbor, MI Metro Area

Ann Arbor, MI · Metro Area

369,822Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Detroit-Warren-Ann Arbor, MI combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $89,180
Median home value: $374,100
Land area: 706 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Washtenaw County, MI	Central	369,822	$89,180	$374,100

Largest cities and towns

28 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Ann Arbor, MI	City	122,036	$82,212
Ypsilanti (Charter Township), MI	—	55,066	$69,716
Pittsfield, MI	—	39,438	$102,463
Ypsilanti, MI	City	19,857	$46,588
Scio, MI	—	17,725	$129,816
Superior, MI	—	14,923	$101,208
York, MI	—	9,149	$136,909
Saline, MI	City	9,006	$88,346
Northfield, MI	—	8,595	$94,259
Whitmore Lake, MI	CDP	7,878	$86,779
Augusta, MI	—	7,228	$108,457
Salem, MI	—	6,932	$112,378
Dexter (Township), MI	—	6,634	$124,088
Webster, MI	—	6,575	$155,104
Lodi, MI	—	6,394	$137,727
Chelsea, MI	City	5,426	$72,098
Manchester (Township), MI	—	4,611	$84,732
Ann Arbor (Charter Township), MI	—	4,606	$164,875
Dexter, MI	City	4,521	$106,637
Lima, MI	—	4,058	$119,236
Sylvan, MI	—	3,451	$102,656
Lyndon, MI	—	2,663	$122,568
Manchester, MI	Village	2,522	$87,614
Saline (Township), MI	—	2,375	$102,500
Sharon, MI	—	1,818	$105,865

Also in the Detroit-Warren-Ann Arbor, MI combined area

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI · metro · 4,376,828 Flint, MI · metro · 403,305 Monroe, MI · metro · 155,505 Adrian, MI · micro · 98,415

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Unemployment

4.6%

College Educated

58.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$89,180

Mean Household Income

$124,712

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.9%

Female

50.1%

Population Split

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German17.3%

English11.5%

Irish10.2%

Polish6.2%

Italian4.5%

Scottish2.8%

Mexican2.7%

French2.5%

African1.1%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

13.1%Foreign Born

86.9%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized49.8%

Non-Citizen50.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later44.2%

Before 201055.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

159,782

Median Rent

$1,463/mo

Median Home Value

$374,100

Median Year Built

1978

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

121,636

College Enrollment

38.7%

High School

14.1%

College Educated

58.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

23.5 min

Drive Alone Rate

59.4%

Public Transit

3.7%

Work From Home

22.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.2%

18-34 Years

31.9%

35-64 Years

34.2%

65+ Years

15.7%

Population Composition

Under 1818.2%

18-3431.9%

35-6434.2%

65+15.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

44.0%

Single Parent

4.4%

Living Alone

31.0%

Avg Size

2.33

Household Types

Married Couples44.0%

Single Parent4.4%

Living Alone31.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$52,714

SNAP Usage

8.5%

Health Insurance

96.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k14.1%

$25k - $50k14.9%

$50k - $100k26.2%

$100k+44.8%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

12.5%

Retail Trade

7.9%

Education & Health Care

37.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

10.6%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.7%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

94.1%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

97.8%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

100.9

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

136.3

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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