Dearborn, MI Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Dearborn | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 96,845 | 9,970,748 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 3950.5 | 103.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 1.75% | 0.18% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 30.4 | 40.1 | 37.1 |
| Households | 36,171 | 4,038,037 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Dearborn grew by 19.1% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 107,554 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Dearborn has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | Dearborn | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $64,822 | $71,353 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.41% | 4.94% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 6.8% | 5.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Dearborn is about 9% lower than in Michigan.
Housing
| Metric | Dearborn | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $194,828 | $134,610 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,264 | $1,084 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 68.2% | 72.9% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Dearborn is about 12.8 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,264 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Dearborn spend about 41 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 169 hours, about 7.0 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Dearborn | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 20.3 | 21.4 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 40.6 | 42.9 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 169 | 179 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $5,241 | $5,537 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 11.6% | 12.0% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 21,588 | 8,204 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 3,895 | 1,585 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Dearborn is 20 minutes, shorter than the 21 minutes in Michigan.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Dearborn has a education index of C, which means it is somewhat educated.
| Metric | Dearborn | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 32.0% | 28.8% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.96 | 2.43 | 2.54 |
Health
Dearborn has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Dearborn | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 79.5 | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 17.9% | 16.4% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 23.0% | 20.9% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dearborn, Michigan.
What is the population of Dearborn, Michigan?
The population of Dearborn, Michigan is 96,845, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Dearborn, Michigan?
The population density of Dearborn, Michigan is 3950.5 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Dearborn, Michigan?
The median household income in Dearborn, Michigan is $64,822, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Dearborn, Michigan?
The median home price in Dearborn, Michigan is $194,828, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Dearborn, Michigan?
The unemployment rate in Dearborn, Michigan is 6.8%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.