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Livonia

#12 in Best Places to Raise a Family in Wayne County
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  • Town in Michigan
  • 293 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      A-
    2. Crime & Safety
      B-
    3. Housing
      A-
    4. Nightlife
      A-
    5. Good for Families
      A
    6. Diversity
      B
    7. Jobs
      A-
    8. Weather
      C+
    9. Cost of Living
      B+
    10. Health & Fitness
      A
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A-
    12. Commute
      B
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    Livonia is a town in Michigan with a population of 94,708. Livonia is in Wayne County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Livonia offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Livonia there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Livonia and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Livonia are highly rated.
    About Livonia...
    Population
    94,708

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $170,500
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,031
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      15%
    • Own
      85%
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    Livonia Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    B-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      90.7
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      36.3
      40.7
    • Robbery
      20.3
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      118.4
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,164.9
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      117.3
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      9%
    • 10-17 years
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      12%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      15%
    • 55-64 years
      17%
    • 65+ years
      19%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      13%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      23%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      34%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      23%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      6%
      13%

    Working in Livonia

    Jobs
    A-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $74,882
    National
    $55,322
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    Livonia Reviews

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    I grew up in Livonia and it was a great community. I went to school there Kindergarten through high school and I made a lot of great friends and formed good relationships. Livonia has always been a pretty safe community. The neighborhood that I grew up in became a great community to me, almost like family. We were all very close and aware of what was happening in our own neighborhood as well as our city. The city is very good about making the community fun and involving everyone. There are sports teams for children to partake in and carnivals and fairs. There is a community recreational center that includes amenities like a pool, workout equipment, a track, a rock wall, a play fort for children, and more! Overall, Livonia is a great community to live in.
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    Livonia is a great city to start a family in, good schools, safe and affordable. The only downside is the lack of tolerance and diversity. Overall Livonia is the perfect place for raising families and making friends. The affordable housing market and location to so many expressways make it a hub for travelers and convenient for those working in surrounding cities or even states. Livonia is also the "Tree Capital" due to the number of trees per square mile and green spaces, such as parks and golf courses. The industrial area of the city is the best place to find parts for most of the skilled trades, this makes Livonia an excellent city for blue collar familes.
    Our family moved to Livonia almost 60 yrs ago when I was 13. I went to high school and college here. We raised our chikdren here. This is a great city.
    Best Police and Fire Depts... A very safe city. We are close to Detroit, Plymoith, Northville, Ann Arbor etc... There are many attractions and things to do close by. Many job opportunites also. Our family loves this city!