Birmingham
- Suburb of Detroit, MI
Suburb
Birmingham
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Suburb of Detroit, MI
- Rating 4.06 out of 5 72 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade A+
- Crime & Safetygrade B
- Housinggrade B
- Nightlifegrade A
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Diversitygrade B minus
- Jobsgrade A minus
- Weathergrade C+
- Cost of Livinggrade C
- Health & Fitnessgrade A+
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade B+
- Commutegrade B
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$538,900
National
$229,800Median Rent
$1,668
National
$1,096Area Feel
Dense Suburban
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Birmingham Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade B
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault9.3national 282.7
- Murder0national 6.1
- Rape0national 40.7
- Robbery0national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary60.4national 500.1
- Theft450.4national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft46.4national 284
Residents
Working in Birmingham
Jobs
grade A minus
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$126,601
National
$64,994Top Public Schools Serving Birmingham
Top Private Schools Near Birmingham
- grade A+
Cranbrook Schools
- Rating 4.41 out of 5 258 reviews
- grade A+
Detroit Country Day School
- Rating 4.26 out of 5 123 reviews
- grade A+
Frankel Jewish Academy of Metro Detroit
- Rating 4.06 out of 5 52 reviews
- grade A+
The Roeper School - Birmingham Campus
- Rating 3.85 out of 5 48 reviews
- grade A+
Brother Rice High School
- Rating 4.44 out of 5 124 reviews
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Birmingham Reviews
Rating 4.06 out of 5 72 reviews
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We just moved here from California in February 2021 and I really love this town. For making such a big change in geography, I feel very comfortable here. It’s definitely a more high-end town/city. The houses are well maintained, with quality architecture and beautiful landscapes. The neighborhoods are very cute, like being in a Hallmark movie. Some of the homes are amazing mansions. The town center is full of nice restaurants, classy shops, spas and salons, etc. You won’t feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere while living here. Also, the city is so close to everything! I love being able to be 5 minutes away from grocery stores, doctors and hospitals, restaurants, etc. I love walking around this town. It’s just beautiful and the atmosphere seems very safe. Yes, there are some snobby people, but I guess that’s the influence that makes it so nice! I consider this to be the La Jolla of Michigan for those who understand the reference. Minus the ocean!
It's a nice city. There's plenty of things to do around town, with solid architecture and engaging businesses. The school system is good, public services are in top shape, and the neighborhoods are very cute! Overall, an enjoyable place to be.
Birmingham is a safe, friendly and upscale suburb of Detroit. It is very pricey though and because of this can seem "exclusive." If you can afford to live in Birmingham it is a great place to raise a family. Its night life is fun and enjoyable--but at a cost. The public schools here are second to none. It's proximity to Detroit and other Detroit suburbs is excellent.
However, in a post-de facto and de jure segregation era, it is clear that Birmingham is a wealthy enclave of mostly rich white people. If you want a diverse environment, Birmingham is not the place. If you want to attend a mosque or synagogue then you will have to travel to Southfield or Dearborn. If you want an affordable and fancy dinner then you will have travel to Royal Oak or Troy.
Overall, Birmingham is a good city--if you can afford it and you are okay with a monolithic white neighborhood.
However, in a post-de facto and de jure segregation era, it is clear that Birmingham is a wealthy enclave of mostly rich white people. If you want a diverse environment, Birmingham is not the place. If you want to attend a mosque or synagogue then you will have to travel to Southfield or Dearborn. If you want an affordable and fancy dinner then you will have travel to Royal Oak or Troy.
Overall, Birmingham is a good city--if you can afford it and you are okay with a monolithic white neighborhood.