Living in Warren, MI
Warren is the 213th-largest city in the US, home to about 137,000 people in 2025. Its population has been roughly flat since 2020. Prices across the metro area run close to the national average (100.3 on an index where the US is 100).
- Population, 2025
- 137,138-1.6% since 2020
- Median home value
- $193,4003.0 years of median income
- Median rent
- $1,225/morent plus utilities
- Household income
- $64,016median, per year
- Price level
- 100.3US average = 100
- January / July highs
- 32° / 82°lows 18° / 62°
- Average commute
- 25 min13% work from home
- State income tax
- 4.25%top rate, flat
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County: Macomb County
Time zone: Eastern Time (UTC-5, UTC-4 in summer)
Elevation: about 627 ft
Metro area: Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI
Cost of living in Warren
The median home in Warren is worth $193,400 and the median household earns $64,016 a year, so a typical home costs about 3.0 years of income. Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,225 a month, about 23% of the median household's income. BEA puts overall prices in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro area at 100.3, with housing at 94.7 and goods at 98.8 (US = 100). In practice, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced place stretches about as far as $75,200 here. Michigan taxes wages at a top rate of 4.25% (a flat rate). The average combined state and local sales tax in Michigan is 6%.
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Warren weather
Average highs run from 32°F in January to 82°F in July, and January nights average 18°F. It gets 35 inches of rain and melted snow a year and 32 inches of snow. Nights drop below freezing about 129 times a year. The most comfortable months are May to September.
Month-by-month weather and the best time to visit Warren
People and work
The median resident is 38.3 years old, and 21% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 71% of households own their home. The average one-way commute is 25 minutes; 13% of workers work from home.
- Median age
- 38.3380th youngest of 546
- Bachelor's or higher
- 21%adults 25+
- Homeowners
- 71%of households
- People per sq mile
- 3,98934.4 sq mi of land
- Take transit to work
- 1%1% walk, 0.2% bike
- Unemployment
- 8%2020-2024 average
- Poverty rate
- 14.8%of residents
- Typical home built
- 1965median year
Who moves to Warren, and where people go
From farther away, newcomers most often come from Phoenix (Maricopa County), Grand Rapids (Kent County) and New York (Queens County). People who leave for somewhere more than 100 miles away most often head to Phoenix (Maricopa County), Grand Rapids (Kent County) and Chicago (Cook County). See the map and full lists
IRS county-to-county migration, 2022 to 2023 tax years. Where Americans are moving.
Natural hazards, home prices and air quality
Natural hazard risk
Relatively High
FEMA rating for Macomb County, scored against every US county. Biggest risks: tornado, strong wind, ice storm, cold wave.
Home prices
+4.4% in a year
Up 40% over five years. FHFA house price index for the Warren-Troy-Farmington Hills, MI (MSAD) area, 2026 Q2.
Air quality, 2025
36% good days
16 days unhealthy at least for sensitive groups. EPA daily air quality index for the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI area (365 days measured).
FEMA National Risk Index (December 2025) combines expected losses from 18 natural hazards with how vulnerable and resilient the community is. It describes the county, not your street; check flood maps for a specific address at FEMA's Flood Map Service Center.
Parks and sights near Warren
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Comerica Park 11 miles
- Wayne State University 9 miles
- Macomb Community College 3 miles
- Oakland Community College 15 miles
- Oakland University 16 miles
- Eastern Michigan University 35 miles
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Airports near Warren
| Airport | Distance | Passengers boarding in 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport DTW | 25 mi | 16,110,696 |
| Bishop International Airport FNT | 49 mi | 285,088 |
| Toledo Express Airport TOL | 74 mi | 66,614 |
| Capital Region International Airport LAN | 82 mi | 123,608 |
Federal Aviation Administration, calendar year 2024 passenger boardings (enplanements) at commercial service airports. Straight-line distance.
Colleges in and near Warren
| College | Distance | Undergrads | Net price a year | Graduate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne State University | 9 mi | 15,587 | $11,212 | 60% |
| Macomb Community College | 3 mi | 13,876 | n/a | 16% |
| Oakland Community College | 15 mi | 12,748 | $5,190 | 21% |
| Oakland University | 16 mi | 12,351 | $11,815 | 58% |
| Schoolcraft Community College District | 21 mi | 7,511 | $9,329 | n/a |
| Wayne County Community College District | 11 mi | 7,423 | $5,268 | 24% |
US Department of Education College Scorecard, October 2026 release. Net price is the average yearly cost after grants for students who get federal aid. Graduate: share finishing within 150% of normal time.
Pros and cons of living in Warren
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Pros
- Data Homes are affordable for locals: the median home costs 3.0 years of median household income, lower than in three quarters of the cities we cover.
Cons
- Nothing stands out in the data. Locals, what should newcomers know?
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Cities near Warren
| City | Distance | Population | Home value | Price level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Heights, MI | 6 mi | 133,931 | $274,300 | 100.3 | Compare |
| Southfield, MI | 10 mi | 76,111 | $236,200 | 100.3 | Compare |
| Troy, MI | 11 mi | 88,733 | $420,300 | 100.3 | Compare |
| Detroit, MI | 11 mi | 649,095 | $83,900 | 100.3 | Compare |
| Rochester Hills, MI | 14 mi | 77,539 | $409,800 | 100.3 | Compare |
| Dearborn, MI | 14 mi | 105,611 | $218,800 | 100.3 | Compare |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Warren a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. The numbers show homes that cost under four years of median income. Compare Warren side by side with another city to see how it stacks up for you.
What is the population of Warren?
The Census Bureau estimates Warren had 137,138 residents on July 1, 2025, compared with 139,397 in April 2020 (-1.6%).
How much do you need to earn to live in Warren?
Using BEA price levels, a $75,000 salary in an average-priced US city buys about the same as $75,200 in the Warren area. The median household here earns $64,016.
When is the best time to visit Warren?
By the 1991-2020 climate normals, May to September are the most comfortable months. July averages 82°F and January 32°F for daytime highs.
What county is Warren in?
Warren is in Macomb County, Michigan. Source: Census Bureau 2020 geography.
What time zone is Warren in?
Warren is on Eastern Time (UTC-5, or UTC-4 during daylight saving time from March to November).
What is the elevation of Warren?
About 627 feet above sea level at the city center. Elevation varies across the city.
Does Michigan have a state income tax?
Yes. Michigan has a flat income tax with a top rate of 4.25% for 2026. Some cities add a local income tax, which is not included here.
Sources
Population: Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimates (July 1, 2025). Income, housing, education and commuting: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for the city of Warren. Price levels: BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro area. Weather: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, Mt Clemens Ang Base, MI station. Taxes: Tax Foundation 2026. How we get our numbers.