Harper Woods, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Macomb County County
Harper Woods, MI
At a Glance
How Harper Woods Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Harper Woods's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Harper Woods a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Harper Woods residents earn a median household income of $61,446 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,669. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 19,678 business establishments, including 1,797 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Harper Woods is $143,600 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $154,745. Median rent is $1,306/month, with 29.0% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
Harper Woods reports 775 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 104% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,349/100K.
Education
25.0% of adults in Harper Woods hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harper Woods 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 29.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.