Romeo, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Romeo is a small town in Michigan with a population of 3,654. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,654 Population 1,692/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $44,862 per capita
$245,700 Home Value $416,318 Zillow
$1,010 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
363 Violent Crime/100K 1,257 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$245,700 home value, $1,010/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
363 violent crimes/100K (4% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $245,700
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 363/100K
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,010
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

How Romeo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,654
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density1,692/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$44,862
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$143,144M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$245,700
Rent$1,010
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$416,318

Crime

F
Violent363/100K
Property1,257/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault307/100K
Burglary140/100K

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+86.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries40

Is Romeo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Romeo receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Romeo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Romeo is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Romeo is $245,700, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,010 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Romeo is below the national average at 363 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,257 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Romeo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Romeo has a population of 3,654 with a density of 1,692 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

3,654
Total Population
1,692
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Romeo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Romeo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Romeo is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Romeo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,862
Avg Weekly Wage$1,498
IRS Avg AGI$117,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)43,047
County GDP$143,144M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,099
Healthcare5,524
Retail4,518
Manufacturing1,635

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Romeo is $245,700, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,010 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $416,318.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,700
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$416,318
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$142
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.0%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,010
13% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,326

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Rate3.41%
In Romeo, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Romeo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death6,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access96.4%
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Romeo has a violent crime rate of 363 per 100,000 residents, 4% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,257 per 100,000 (36% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Romeo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent363.1/100K
4% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape55.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault307.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,257.0/100K
36% below US avg
Burglary139.7/100K
Theft1,117.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Romeo has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall36.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density1,692/sq mi
Coordinates42.8046°N, 83.0026°W
County FIPS26125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.3%
19% below US avg
High School+86.0%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,692/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Restaurants3,099
Retail Stores4,518

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home6.7%

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