Hazel Park, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Wayne County County
Hazel Park, MI
At a Glance
How Hazel Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hazel Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hazel Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hazel Park residents earn a median household income of $62,878 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,259. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% 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 Hazel Park is $141,200 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $158,535. Median rent is $1,221/month, with 27.4% 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 1956.
Safety & Crime
Hazel Park reports 203 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,680/100K.
Education
25.1% of adults in Hazel Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 90.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hazel Park 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 Moderate with a median AQI of 55.