Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
16,177 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
65.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$129,442 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$322,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$952 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,626 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
7
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
5
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
6
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 24
Feb 2 9 27
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 3 1 47
May 3 0 58
Jun 3 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 8 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.

Liberal (64%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 29%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 5%

Schools

Stevens T Mason Elementary School
<1 miles, N 3.2 star
Parcells Middle School
<1 miles, NW 2.3 star
Grosse Pointe North High School
<1 miles, SE 1.9 star
Ferry Elementary School
<1 miles, E 4.6 star

Colleges

Macomb Community College
6 miles, N 1.4 star
College for Creative Studies
10 miles, W 2.3 star

Hospitals

Ascension St John Hospital
2 miles, SW 2.3 star
Beaumont Hospital-Grosse Pointe
4 miles, SW 5 star

Airports

Bishop International Airport
56 miles, NW 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
75 miles, SW 1 star