Walled Lake, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Oakland County County
Walled Lake, MI
At a Glance
How Walled Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Walled Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Walled Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Walled Lake residents earn a median household income of $67,335 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,240. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 43,047 business establishments, including 3,099 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Walled Lake is $213,000 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $243,723. Median rent is $1,304/month, with 29.3% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Walled Lake reports 137 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 806/100K.
Education
31.9% of adults in Walled Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Walled Lake has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.