Dearborn Heights, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Wayne County County
Dearborn Heights, MI
At a Glance
How Dearborn Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dearborn Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dearborn Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dearborn Heights residents earn a median household income of $61,035 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,331. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,727 business establishments, including 3,598 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dearborn Heights is $174,900 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $216,580. Median rent is $1,260/month, with 30.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Dearborn Heights reports 461 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 21% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,255/100K. The murder rate is 1.7/100K.
Education
23.9% of adults in Dearborn Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dearborn Heights has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 55.