Royal Oak, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
57,880 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
62.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,182 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$305,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$639 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,195 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oakland County
2
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

Oakland County
2
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 24
Feb 2 8 26
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 7 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, MI State Senate District 8, MI State House District 6, MI
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Schools

Northwood Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Royal Oak Middle School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Addams Elementary and ECC
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
44 miles, N • 1.4 star
Toledo Express Airport
72 miles, SW • 1 star
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