Flat Rock, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Wayne County County
Flat Rock, MI
At a Glance
How Flat Rock Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Flat Rock's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Flat Rock a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Flat Rock residents earn a median household income of $73,288 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,374. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% 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 Flat Rock is $201,400 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $267,801. Median rent is $1,006/month, with 24.9% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Flat Rock reports 313 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 18% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 969/100K.
Education
22.5% of adults in Flat Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Flat Rock 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.