Flint, MI Metro Area

Flint, MI · Metro Area

403,305Population

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: $62,281
Median home value: $182,400
Land area: 637 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
Genesee County, MI	Central	403,305	$62,281	$182,400

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Flint, MI	City	80,175	$37,646
Grand Blanc (Charter Township), MI	—	39,943	$84,520
Flint (Charter Township), MI	—	31,136	$61,563
Burton, MI	City	29,500	$60,052
Davison (Township), MI	—	20,434	$65,116
Genesee, MI	—	20,381	$57,406
Mount Morris (Township), MI	—	19,752	$46,535
Mundy, MI	—	15,311	$79,021
Vienna, MI	—	13,157	$70,219
Fenton (Charter Township), MI	—	11,906	$80,000
Richfield, MI	—	8,971	$82,676
Beecher, MI	CDP	8,412	$37,515
Atlas, MI	—	8,291	$107,008
Flushing, MI	City	8,284	$80,025
Flushing (Charter Township), MI	—	8,284	$80,025
Grand Blanc, MI	City	7,987	$68,052
Clayton, MI	—	7,395	$77,554
Argentine (Township), MI	—	7,028	$98,508
Gaines (Township), MI	—	6,644	$84,363
Thetford, MI	—	6,559	$73,984
Lake Fenton, MI	CDP	6,417	$116,352
Montrose (Charter Township), MI	—	5,958	$76,338
Swartz Creek, MI	City	5,853	$71,571
Davison, MI	City	5,076	$48,814
Forest, MI	—	4,404	$71,250

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

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI · metro · 4,376,828 Ann Arbor, MI · metro · 369,822 Monroe, MI · metro · 155,505 Adrian, MI · micro · 98,415

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Unemployment

8.1%

College Educated

23.3%

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

$62,281

Mean Household Income

$84,062

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

48.5%

Female

51.5%

Population Split

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

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

German16.2%

English11.8%

Irish11.0%

Polish5.2%

French3.3%

Italian2.8%

Mexican2.8%

Scottish2.4%

African0.8%

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

2.9%Foreign Born

97.1%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized61.5%

Non-Citizen38.5%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later34.7%

Before 201065.3%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

183,903

Median Rent

$989/mo

Median Home Value

$182,400

Median Year Built

1969

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

88,328

College Enrollment

15.0%

High School

25.5%

College Educated

23.3%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

26.9 min

Drive Alone Rate

78.5%

Public Transit

0.9%

Work From Home

9.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.2%

18-34 Years

21.1%

35-64 Years

37.9%

65+ Years

18.8%

Population Composition

Under 1822.2%

18-3421.1%

35-6437.9%

65+18.8%

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

40.8%

Single Parent

8.2%

Living Alone

30.7%

Avg Size

2.38

Household Types

Married Couples40.8%

Single Parent8.2%

Living Alone30.7%

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

$35,334

SNAP Usage

18.8%

Health Insurance

95.2%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k18.1%

$25k - $50k22.4%

$50k - $100k30.7%

$100k+28.8%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

17.0%

Retail Trade

13.1%

Education & Health Care

23.9%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

17.8%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

89.6%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.8%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

93.0

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

173.2

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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