Searching for the best places to live in metro Detroit? Whether you’re moving with kids, downsizing, or just looking for a neighborhood that fits your lifestyle, finding the right place to call home is a big decision — but it doesn’t have to be stressful.
Niche, a trusted platform for data-driven insights on schools, towns and colleges, has released its annual rankings of the top places to live in metro Detroit. These rankings consider crucial factors like public school ratings, crime rates, cost of living and family-friendly amenities — all based on the latest data from sources including the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI, Bureau of Labor Statistics and CDC.
Explore the list below to see how your favorite Detroit-area suburbs and cities stack up. View the full methodology here.
Here are the top 10 best places to live in metro Detroit on the list:
1. Troy
- Average home value: $396,800
- Population: 87,307
Troy is home to a number of major companies and many residents are able to work just a short drive from their homes.
2. Rochester
- Average home value: $450,800
- Population: 12,939
Rochester’s picturesque surroundings offer families excellent access to parks and schools. Kids, and parents, too, have many options for healthy activities.
3. Beverly Hills
- Average home value: $488,800
- Population: 10,507
Along with being a safe place to live, Beverly Hills boasts high ranking schools and highly rated parks. The city earned an “A+” in the “public schools” and “good for families” categories from Niche.
4. Novi
- Average home value: $399,100
- Population: 66,224
Novi is located on picturesque Walled Lake. Families enjoy excellent public schools, housing, outdoor activities and jobs.
5. Birmingham
- Average home value: $712,700
- Population: 21,612
Birmingham’s bustling downtown, excellent schools and well maintained parks are some of the reasons so many families choose to live there.
6. Northville
- Average home value: $455,100
- Population: 6,080
This safe city has highly-rated public schools and parks. There are many family-friendly festivals throughout the year in this historic town.
7. Northville Township
- Average home value: $523,000
- Population: 31,393
Northville Township is home to some of the world’s top automotive businesses. The township is a great fit for outdoorsy families wanting a safe place to plant roots, as there are many pathways, wooded areas and parks.
8. Bloomfield Charter Township
- Average home value: $569,200
- Population: 43,973
With excellent schools, parks and family activities, Bloomfield Charter Township is regarded as a great place to raise a family, earning an “A+” from Niche in the “good for families” category.
9. Berkley
- Average home value: $275,100
- Population: 15,150
Berkley’s high scores in Niche’s categories for housing, public schools, jobs, cost of living and outdoor activities make Berkley an excellent choice for families.
10. Farmington
- Average home value: $273,000
- Population: 11,472
Farmington is known for its many restaurants, shopping areas, recreation centers and small businesses. It earns great scores from Niche in the school quality category, too.
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