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Eastpointe, MI

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Eastpointe, MI

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Demographics

Majority BlackSimpson's Diversity Index: 57
Population34,003
Foreign Born0.9%
Population Density6,593people per mi²
Median Age36.4 yrs
Demographics Trajectory
ChangingSince 2010, this city has seen significant changes in racial and ethnic composition in a short time.
Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown
Population Trends

Quality of Life

Overall Quality Of Life
B+
Good

Above-average quality of iife. The area offers a reasonable cost of living, decent mobility, and a mix of neighborhood amenities.

Quality of Life blends cost of living, nearby amenities, socioeconomic signals, and neighborhood character. City-level scores represent the whole municipality; individual neighborhoods can differ.

Cost of Living

87/100

13% below national average

A+

The Real Cost of Living in Eastpointe, Michigan

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $20k$38k
Comfortable $31k$46k
Luxury $84k+$131k+
Elite (Top 5%) $99k+$154k+
Affordability Ratio

126%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

B+
Hood Index scan area
Premium Lean74%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
26
Positive
15
Poor
9
Negative
4

Groceries

2 within 10 miles

4.6mi

Gas

0 within 10 miles

Hospital

3 within 20 miles

9.6mi

Airport

DTW — Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26.9mi

Post Office

USPS — Troy, MI

11.7mi

Critical Amenities

Country Clubs

1 private club within 10 miles.

Golf4Nearest 5 mi
Camping20Nearest 10.1 mi
Marina13Nearest 3.4 mi
Winery0 
Ice Rink0Nearest 14.4 mi
Gun Range2Nearest 1.5 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
F
Distressed

A low-income area with significant economic hardship. Household wealth and educational attainment are well below national averages.

Median HHI
$58k+0.4%
23% below US avg
Est. Avg Net Worth
$509k
22% below US avg
College Educated
14.8%
58% below US avg
WFH
9.3%
35% below US avg
Homeownership
68.9%
5% above US avg
Median Home
$129k
54% below US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
D
Elevated

Higher crime rates than 72% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
27.9
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
−8.7%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr−10.4%
Homicide
0.18 / 1k Residents312% above state avg
Robbery
0.65 / 1k Residents152% above state avg
Aggravated Assault
5.14 / 1k Residents58% above state avg

Property Crime

5yr−6.9%
Burglary
3.22 / 1k Residents112% above state avg
Larceny-Theft
12.46 / 1k Residents39% above state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft
5.23 / 1k Residents190% above state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025

Political Climate

Cook PVI: R+3Tilts Conservative

District shown is the primary district for this city’s centroid. Cities may span multiple districts.

Presidential Voting Trends for Eastpointe, Michigan
Dem Rep
40%50%60%2000200420082012201620202024

Personal Sovereignty

Personal Sovereignty measures your capacity for self-reliance and independence with minimal government friction. Higher scores mean fewer barriers between you and the way you want to live... but it assumes you have the space you need and good neighbors.

Overall Sovereignty Grade
B+
Self-Reliant

Viable for self-reliance. Generally workable, though some barriers may limit total independence.

State Policy

Tax Burden
B
Fair8.6% of income
Property Rights
B-
GoodIJ Grade B-
Firearm Rights
C+
FairFPC Grade C+
Homeschooling
A+
GreatNo notice required

Energy independence: Importer (20% of energy produced in-state)

Personal Liberty

Raw Milk
C+
LimitedHerd shares only
Gambling Laws
A+
Fully OpenCasinos · Poker · Sportsbetting
Marijuana Laws
A+
Fully LegalRecreational

Homesteading

Hardiness Zone6B~-2°F min
Growing Season180 days234 frost-free
Annual Rainfall38.8"
Elevation617 ft

Strategic Assessment

Strategic Assessment grades tactical survivability using Joel Skousen's Strategic Relocation framework. Major population centers, blast zones, natural disasters, and border exposure all drive risk — lower exposure means a more defensible position in a crisis.

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Overall Strategic Grade
D-
Vulnerable

Multiple tactical vulnerabilities. Population density, target proximity, or disaster risk are likely compounding. A retreat property and exit planning is required.

Strategic Pillars

City Proximity
F
Poor11 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
D-
Poor6,593/sq mi
Fallout Danger
C
Weak14 within ~30 mi
Natural Disaster
F
PoorInland Flooding
Border / Coast
B+
Goodborder 44 mi · coast 471 mi
FEMA Expected Loss$268.0M/yrfor the county

Key Distances

Nearest Major CityDetroit639k people are 11 mi away
Nearest Major AirportDTW27 mi away
Distance to State Capital83 miLansing, MI
Nearest Prison5.5 mi3 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-19T09:20:09.000Z

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