Ann Arbor
- grade A+Overall Grade
- City in Michigan
- Rating 4.26 out of 5 521 reviews
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- Public Schoolsgrade A+
- Crime & Safetygrade C+
- Housinggrade B
- Nightlifegrade A+
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Jobsgrade B+
- Weathergrade C
- Cost of Livinggrade C+
- Health & Fitnessgrade A
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A minus
- Commutegrade A+
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Median Home Value
$323,400
National
$217,500Median Rent
$1,237
National
$1,062Area Feel
Urban Suburban Mix
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault149.7national 282.7
- Murder1.6national 6.1
- Rape62.7national 40.7
- Robbery37.4national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary160.3national 500.1
- Theft1,455.7national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft112.3national 284
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Working in Ann Arbor
Jobs
grade B+
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$65,745
National
$62,843Similar Places
Ann Arbor Reviews
Rating 4.26 out of 5 521 reviews
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I'll start with the good: Ann Arbor has a bunch of great areas for hiking and walking in nature trails. If you have a job at UM that either has full tenure and benefits or have a high paying job that's located elsewhere, then you might live comfortably in Ann Arbor. The nightlife is there, but the music venues are more worth venturing into than anywhere else. The restaurants are mostly good, with a few exceptions.
Things to be mindful of: Living in Ann Arbor is expensive. If you don't have a high paying educational field or make less than $60k, then it's going to be difficult to afford to live there. Cost of living is pretty high. Also, even though it's advertised as progressive, it's really just a mostly white and relatively affluent college town that predominantly votes for the Democratic Party. Ann Arbor's city council has not prioritized affordable housing nor dealt with racism appropriately, but that can change overtime. The public school system is decent.
Things to be mindful of: Living in Ann Arbor is expensive. If you don't have a high paying educational field or make less than $60k, then it's going to be difficult to afford to live there. Cost of living is pretty high. Also, even though it's advertised as progressive, it's really just a mostly white and relatively affluent college town that predominantly votes for the Democratic Party. Ann Arbor's city council has not prioritized affordable housing nor dealt with racism appropriately, but that can change overtime. The public school system is decent.
A sweet and enjoyable small town! Ann Arbor offers everything that you need in your day to day life. The town is filled with restaurants, shops, music venues, fantastic schools, grocery stores and the best farmers market! I really enjoy the small town feel, but it is also nice that we have access to Detroit and if you are up to a big adventure Chicago is only 4 hours away! I am here as a graduate student and I am very glad I chose to come to Ann Arbor. Everyday you will see students, working professionals, and retirees walking around the town, eating at restaurants and truly enjoying life! Also, the ARBORETUM is to die for (trust me, you will want to go see this place). I can definitely see myself raising my kids here one day! DEFINITELY A MUST SEE TOWN!
My experience here in Ann Arbor has been a very uplifting experience. The people here are very friendly and care. It’s a college town with a rich family appeal. The downtown area is filled with shops of all sorts for everything you have in mind. The college football stadium called the “Big House” is an atmosphere that’s exciting, electric and so energetic, like a magnetic force that calls you back for more year after year. Ann Arbor, is a city within a city, and is in the top ten city to live and raise a family. Ann Arbor, is filled with pride and camaraderie and is truly a great city to call home.