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Sterling Heights, MI
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Population: 134,062
Home Price: $213,200
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Overview
Sterling Heights is a midsize city in the state of Michigan with a population of 134,062. Sterling Heights 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:
High Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(C) Average
Safety Rating:
(B) Good
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
26.4 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Sterling Heights, MI
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Sterling Heights
Michigan
United States
Per Capita Income
$33,395
$31,154
$32,693
Median Household Income
$70,211
$57,833
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
6.1%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
7.2%
10.5%
10.5%
Age
Sterling Heights
Michigan
United States
Median Age
41.3
42.6
42.3
Gender
Sterling Heights
Michigan
United States
Male
49.0%
49.2%
49.8%
Female
51.0%
50.8%
50.2%
Race
Sterling Heights
Michigan
United States
White
82.2%
88.4%
80.3%
Black or African American
6.0%
4.5%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.2%
0.9%
2.7%
Asian
7.7%
1.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
0.9%
0.9%
2.7%
Multiracial
3.1%
4.2%
5.2%
Housing Information
Sterling Heights
Michigan
United States
Median Home Price
$213,200
$148,219
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$975
$665
$801
Family Households
52.6%
52.6%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
26.0%
26.0%
26.2%
Homeowners
75.4%
73.6%
72.9%
Renters
24.6%
26.4%
27.1%
Education
Sterling Heights
Michigan
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
6.0%
6.4%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
27.7%
27.7%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
19.9%
23.6%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
9.5%
9.9%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
19.6%
14.9%
15.0%
Proficiency
Sterling Heights
Michigan
United States
Mathematics
46.0%
38.9%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
52.0%
48.8%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Sterling Heights
Michigan
United States
Murder
0.0
2.5
3.0
Rape
18.7
61.0
38.0
Robbery
12.7
24.5
40.7
Assault
93.7
191.5
188.5
Property Crime
Sterling Heights
Michigan
United States
Burglary
69.0
195.2
336.1
Theft
713.8
1168.7
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
72.0
90.6
167.1
Arson
5.2
9.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Sterling Heights, MI
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
hot dog
fast food
hot dogs
italian food
thai food
food wine
pizza
buffalo wild wings
sweet tea
healthy snack
plant based
beer
chef
snack
cheese
shrimp
taco
chili
drinks
highest quality ingredients
high school football
baseball
video games
fantasy sports
football
country music
college football
fantasy football
sports entertainment
basketball
college basketball
hockey player
fitness
hockey
health fitness
soccer
teams
food wine
business finance
nba
inspired by
autotrix
comic
pop culture collectibles
pfp
cultural center
creative
fashion design
library
fashion
nft
collectibles
graphic design
jewelry
comics
nature
assemblage
graphic designs
nfts
craft
video games
nerdy things
fighting games
iracing
baseball cards
fitness
single dad
health fitness
anime
books
pokmon
reading writing
pcconsole gamer
pop culture collectibles
gaming anime
pokemon
side hustle
toys
collectibles
brand spanking
sports
family friendly
sports entertainment
video production
marketing
business finance
special events
digital marketing
autotrix
pro wrestling
award winning
pop culture
producer
gaming anime
hip hop
creative
booking
tv
films
fashion
sports
family friendly
summer
hot tub
special events
space
amusement park
familyfriendly event
superstores
staying active
nature
warm weather
cabin
beach
facilities
winter
facility
amenities
arts
barefoot
glen arbor mi
post office
pharmacy
retail store
amazon
farmers market
warehouse
retail
grocery store
pop culture collectibles
liquor store
mall
packages
toys
collectibles
gift cards
jewelry
retail stores
shipping
bundles
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