Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI Metro Area

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI · Metro Area

4,376,828Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 6 counties (3 central, 3 outlying), 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: $76,664
Median home value: $249,700
Land area: 3,893 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
Wayne County, MI	Central	1,772,259	$60,539	$178,500
Oakland County, MI	Central	1,279,825	$97,760	$343,600
Macomb County, MI	Central	879,853	$77,837	$243,900
Livingston County, MI	Outlying	195,833	$103,039	$356,800
St. Clair County, MI	Outlying	160,221	$71,270	$224,600
Lapeer County, MI	Outlying	88,837	$77,306	$239,000

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Detroit, MI	City	638,530	$39,938
Warren, MI	City	137,928	$64,016
Sterling Heights, MI	City	133,573	$79,909
Dearborn, MI	City	107,423	$65,324
Clinton, MI	—	100,447	$74,244
Canton, MI	—	99,041	$121,359
Livonia, MI	City	93,851	$98,460
Macomb, MI	—	92,629	$120,652
Troy, MI	City	87,898	$120,045
Westland, MI	City	83,633	$62,076
Farmington Hills, MI	City	83,515	$104,836
Shelby, MI	—	79,641	$91,012
Rochester Hills, MI	City	77,089	$120,694
Southfield, MI	City	76,236	$68,166
Waterford, MI	—	70,160	$77,101
Novi, MI	City	66,717	$110,723
West Bloomfield, MI	—	65,816	$125,453
Pontiac, MI	City	62,104	$44,329
Taylor, MI	City	62,081	$61,081
Dearborn Heights, MI	City	61,771	$60,391
St. Clair Shores, MI	City	58,140	$73,500
Royal Oak, MI	City	57,950	$101,109
Redford, MI	—	48,338	$69,414
Roseville, MI	City	47,123	$62,182
Chesterfield, MI	—	46,152	$91,508

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

Flint, MI · metro · 403,305 Ann Arbor, MI · metro · 369,822 Monroe, MI · metro · 155,505 Adrian, MI · micro · 98,415

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Unemployment

6.4%

College Educated

34.8%

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

$76,664

Mean Household Income

$105,165

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

49.0%

Female

51.0%

Population Split

Male49.0%

Female51.0%

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

German14.1%

Irish9.1%

Polish8.6%

English8.1%

Italian5.8%

Mexican3.4%

French2.7%

Scottish2.0%

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

10.7%Foreign Born

89.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized61.0%

Non-Citizen39.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later37.7%

Before 201062.3%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

1,926,157

Median Rent

$1,207/mo

Median Home Value

$249,700

Median Year Built

1968

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

981,559

College Enrollment

18.1%

High School

23.2%

College Educated

34.8%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

26.0 min

Drive Alone Rate

73.2%

Public Transit

0.9%

Work From Home

15.7%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.7%

18-34 Years

21.8%

35-64 Years

38.7%

65+ Years

17.8%

Population Composition

Under 1821.7%

18-3421.8%

35-6438.7%

65+17.8%

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

43.8%

Single Parent

6.4%

Living Alone

32.1%

Avg Size

2.45

Household Types

Married Couples43.8%

Single Parent6.4%

Living Alone32.1%

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

$43,384

SNAP Usage

15.0%

Health Insurance

95.2%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k16.0%

$25k - $50k17.5%

$50k - $100k28.1%

$100k+38.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

19.2%

Retail Trade

10.4%

Education & Health Care

21.7%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.2%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

91.9%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.6%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

100.3

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

161.1

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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