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Population Review

Detroit city, MI — Population & Demographics

Detroit city, MI has a population of 636,644. The median household income is $39,575 and the median age is 35.1.

636,644

Population

$39,575

Median Income

$76,800

Median Home Value

35.1

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White11.7%
Black or African American76.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.5%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$39,575

Median Household Income

$24,029

Per Capita Income

26.9%

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$76,800

Median Home Value

$1,034

Median Rent

49.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

83.4%

High School+

17.6%

Bachelor's+

Commute

6.0%

Drive Alone

10.1%

Work From Home

25.4 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Detroit city, MI has a population of 636,644 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Detroit city, MI is $39,575, with 26.9% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Detroit city, MI is $76,800, with median rent at $1,034.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.