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Detroit, MI is a vibrant city situated on the banks of the Detroit River. With a population of 645,658 and a population density of 4,797 people per square mile, it is the largest city in Michigan with an array of businesses and activities to explore. From outdoor attractions such as Belle Isle Park and Greenfield Village to local sports teams like the Detroit Lions or Tigers, there is plenty to do year-round in Detroit. The city also boasts numerous restaurants ranging from classic favorites like American Coney Island to modern bistros such as Selden Standard. Moreover, there are many organizations that cater to both visitors and locals alike including the Detroit Public Library which houses numerous educational resources for members of the community. All in all, Detroit offers something for everyone who visits its boundaries.

The population in Detroit is 645,658. There are 4,655 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Detroit is 35, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Detroit is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.

Family in Detroit
- 25.1% are married
- 12.0% are divorced
- 16.1% are married with children
- 39.0% have children, but are single
Race in Detroit

- 9.9% are White
- 78.8% are Black
- 1.5% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.2% claim Other
- 7.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander

   Estimated Total Population by Age

  PeopleDetroit, MichiganUnited States
  645,658.0329,725,481.0
  52.5%50.5%
  47.5%49.5%
  3538.4
 
  672,351.0326,569,308.0
  711,198.0309,327,143.0
  951,270.0285,036,114.0
  1,027,974.0251,960,433.0
  -30.1%15.6%
  -35.3%30.8%
 
  4654.693.4
  138.7153531905.423
  4.173264836.791
 
  10.1%59.4%
  77.5%12.2%
  1.6%5.6%
  0.3%0.6%
  0.0%0.2%
  0.5%0.4%
  2.2%3.2%
  7.8%18.4%
 
  25.1%49.8%
  22.1%48.0%
  3.0%1.8%
  74.9%50.2%
  56.0%33.8%
  12.4%10.8%
  6.5%5.6%
 
  2.532.6
  250,096.0124,010,992.0
  129,711.080,755,759.0
  15.7%30.5%
  21.4%42.9%
  120,385.043,255,233.0
  37.5%15.8%
  25.3%10.8%
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Have lived in the area for over a year (suburb of Grosse Pointe), but I work in downtown Detroit. I'm amazed at how cool this city is. So much to do and see, tat we  More

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Spent some time in the city but lived in multiple suburban areas in the metro area. I lived in Farmington Hills, Novi, Birmingham, and Rochester. Really, all were great.  More

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Cold, unfriendly, envious people within the city limits. The unfriendliness can turn into aggression and sometimes even bullying. Crabs in a barrel reside here and the  More

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