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Grand Rapids, MI
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Population: 197,858
Home Price: $168,700
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Overview
Grand Rapids is a midsize city in the state of Michigan with a population of 197,858. Grand Rapids has a four seasons climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Midsize City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
(D) Fair
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
19.2 minutes
Walkability:
(A) Excellent
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Grand Rapids, MI
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Grand Rapids
Michigan
United States
Per Capita Income
$29,060
$31,154
$32,693
Median Household Income
$55,385
$57,833
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
6.2%
6.1%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
13.0%
10.5%
10.5%
Age
Grand Rapids
Michigan
United States
Median Age
31.5
42.6
42.3
Gender
Grand Rapids
Michigan
United States
Male
48.9%
49.2%
49.8%
Female
51.1%
50.8%
50.2%
Race
Grand Rapids
Michigan
United States
White
64.0%
88.4%
80.3%
Black or African American
18.4%
4.5%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.4%
0.9%
2.7%
Asian
2.8%
1.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
5.1%
0.9%
2.7%
Multiracial
9.4%
4.2%
5.2%
Housing Information
Grand Rapids
Michigan
United States
Median Home Price
$168,700
$148,219
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$871
$665
$801
Family Households
36.3%
36.3%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
33.1%
33.1%
26.2%
Homeowners
55.5%
73.6%
72.9%
Renters
44.5%
26.4%
27.1%
Education
Grand Rapids
Michigan
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
6.0%
6.4%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
22.2%
22.2%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
20.1%
23.6%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
7.6%
9.9%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
25.6%
14.9%
15.0%
Proficiency
Grand Rapids
Michigan
United States
Mathematics
35.2%
38.9%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
43.3%
48.8%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Grand Rapids
Michigan
United States
Murder
4.0
2.5
3.0
Rape
71.4
61.0
38.0
Robbery
135.8
24.5
40.7
Assault
426.2
191.5
188.5
Property Crime
Grand Rapids
Michigan
United States
Burglary
294.8
195.2
336.1
Theft
1364.7
1168.7
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
248.3
90.6
167.1
Arson
17.3
9.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Grand Rapids, MI
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
happy hour
beer
hot wings
red wine
craft beer
beer wine
personal chef
plant based
fast food
mexican food
indian food
small batches
chef
wine
beverage
dining experience
pizza
wine bar
coney dogs
ice cream
fantasy sports
sports teams
chicago sports
sports entertainment
sports coverage
high school football
country music
video games
college football
football
msu spartans
hockey player
college basketball
pro wrestling
wrestling
hockey
fantasy football
baseball
basketball
ncaa football
inspired by
nft artist
digital artist
digital art
fine art
concept artist
art commissions
nft
wearable art
cover art
character design
creative
creative writing
commissions open
graphic design
graphics design
nfts
pfp
icon
craft
thoughtstweets are
sports cards
video games
single dad
mtf sheher
car enthusiast
nerdy things
gardening enthusiast
nerd culture
board games
airbrush artist
many hobbies
fighting games
scifi nerd
tabletop games
nintendo games
gadget nerd
pc gamer
favorite hobbies
books
sports
sports entertainment
sports coverage
radio show
local news
talk radio
radio host
pro wrestling
digital media
content producer
marketing
producer
digital marketing
creative
gaming
executive producer
design architecture
pop culture
movies tv
tv shows
sports
space
arts
summer
special events
natural light
nature
fire pits
classic rock danceelectronic
photography
winter
hunting
mountains
fishing
mountain
mountains hiking
axe throwing
hiking
lakes
ski
home depot
free shipping
online store
post office
meijer
gift cards
local grocery
gas station
etsy shop
local stores
local walgreens
local vendors
craft fair
farmers market
craft supplies
coffee shops
retail store
drive thru
ecommerce solutions
wine bar
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