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4.0%
State tax rate
$1,333
Median rent
99
Walk score
314
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does Detroit actually cost?
Median rent is $1,333/mo in Detroit.
MI has a 4.0% state income tax rate.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
State income tax
4.0%
Median rent
$1,333/mo
Median home price
$75,358
Walk Score
99/100 — Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
85/100
Violent crime rate
314/100K — near national avg
HRC equality score
100/100 — Leader
Avg high temperature
58°F
Sunny days / year
183 days
Humidity
74%
Population
637K
Property tax rate
1.54%
Sales tax rate
6.00%
Your Personalized Report
What do your numbers look like in Detroit?
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Your ZipSage match score for Detroit
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Career outlook for your industry in Detroit
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ZipSage verdict — is Detroit right for you?
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Is Detroit Right For You?
Strong fits — and where it may fall short
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Affordable Rent
Median rent $1,333/mo — well below major metro averages.
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Walkability
Walk Score 99/100 — Walker's Paradise.
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LGBTQ+ Friendly
HRC Municipal Equality score 100/100 — Leader.
Is Detroit right for your situation?
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