Flint, MI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Genesee County · Michigan
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Flint based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
80,835
2023 ACS
Median Income
$36,194
2023
Median Home Value
$47,600
2023
Median Rent
$859
2023
Median Age
36.2
Unemployment
17.4%
Cost of Living Index
71.7
100 = national avg
Flint is a city in Genesee County, Michigan, with a population of 80,835 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Flint is one of the communities in Michigan.
The median household income in Flint is $36,194, and the median home value is $47,600. The cost of living index is 71.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $859 per month. The unemployment rate is 17.4%, and the median age is 36.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
80,835
Male
40,065
49.6%
Female
40,770
50.4%
Median Age
36.2
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
8.6%
High School or Higher
32.9%
Foreign Born
3.0%
Veterans
4.1%
Married
21.4%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.553
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
56.6%
Foreign Born
3.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
4.5%
3,638 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
75,904
English Only
95.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,482 speakers
Limited English
1.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.1%
Limited English Proficiency
1.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,294
4.1% of population
Disability Rate
24.5%
808 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$36,368
Unemployment Rate
13.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,926
88.8%
Female Veterans
368
11.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$36,368
Non-Veteran Income
$23,217
Difference
$13,151
56.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
808
Without Disability
2,486
Disability Rate
24.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
26,718
#1 Ancestry
German
6.9% (5,541)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
5.2% (4,237)
#3 Ancestry
American
4.2% (3,409)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
33,670
Family Households
18,170
54.0%
Married Couples
6,858
20.4%
Non-Family Households
15,500
46.0%
Single Mother Households
8,911
26.5%
Single Father Households
2,401
7.1%
Living Alone
13,245
39.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
16,866
In Married Couple
5,060
30.0%
With Single Mother
10,018
59.4%
With Single Father
1,788
10.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$43,347
Married Couple Income
$67,042
Single Mother Income
$33,202
Single Father Income
$36,834
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,746
Grandparents Responsible
747
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$36,194
-51% vs national
Per Capita Income
$20,799
-44% vs national
Poverty Rate
34.4%
+153% vs national
Gini Index
0.4811
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
17.4%
+235% vs national
SNAP Recipients
39.5%
of households
How Flint Compares
Flint vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Flint is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Flint, MI has a median household income of $36,194, making it the 26,233rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Flint has a higher median household income than 7% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Flint, MI has a per capita income of $20,799, making it the 25,527th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Flint has a higher per capita income than 9% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Flint, MI has a poverty rate of 34.4%, making it the 2,152nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Flint has a higher poverty rate than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Flint, MI has a unemployment rate of 17.4%, making it the 1,424th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Flint has a higher unemployment rate than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Flint. The median household income here is $36,194.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
17.4%
+211% vs MI avg
Labor Force
34,704
Employed
28,657
Mean Commute
21 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
8.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
32.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.2
Work from Home
8.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Flint, MI metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$87.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
71.7
100 = national avg
-28.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,533
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$74,532
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$856
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,033
per month
The median household income in Flint, MI is $36,194, which is 50.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $20,799. The poverty rate of 34.4% is higher than the MI state average of 14.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4811, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 17.4%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 34,704. 8.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with 8.3% working from home. About 71.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 71.7, which is 28.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,533 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$53,025
Median List Price
$65,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$51
Days on Market
69
Active Inventory
285
Months of Supply
4.0
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$62,745
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$947
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
12.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
23.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
92.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
72
New Listings
80
Pending Sales
85
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$51
Median List $/SF
$57
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Flint, MI? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Flint, MI metro area, home prices have risen 330.9% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 58.8%. The 10-year growth rate is 104.1%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 49.0%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Flint, MI housing market rather than Flint alone.
Metro area: Flint, MI
Flint vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Flint is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Flint, MI has a median home value of $47,600, making it the 27,373rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Flint has a higher median home value than 2% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Flint, MI has a median rent of $859, making it the 13,679th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Flint has a higher median rent than 39% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Flint, MI has a price per square foot of $51, making it the 19,732nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Flint has a higher price per square foot than 5% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Flint, MI has a rent burden of 28.5%, making it the 1,692nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Flint has a higher rent burden than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$47,600
Median Rent
$859
Total Housing Units
42,543
Vacancy Rate
20.9%
Owner Occupied
55.0%
Renter Occupied
45.0%
Median Property Tax
$1,071
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$587
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,071
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.25%
of home value
Median Home Value
$47,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,220
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,071) by the median home value ($47,600). In Flint, MI, this works out to an effective rate of 2.25%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Flint, MI is $53,025 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 69 days on the market. 12.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $51. Zillow's observed rent index is $947/month. About 55.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1954. There are 42,543 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,071. The effective tax rate is 2.25%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
9.30
per 1,000 residents
+258% vs national
Property Crime Rate
41.69
per 1,000 residents
+142% vs national
Total Crimes
1,568
2024
Violent Clearance
54%
cases solved
Property Clearance
45%
cases solved
YoY Change
-11.8%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Flint Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Flint vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Flint is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Flint police solve 100% of murder cases but only 13% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 2 | 0.07 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 16 | 0.52 | 12.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 35 | 1.14 | 31.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 233 | 7.58 | 60.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 128 | 4.16 | 18.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,010 | 32.84 | 51.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 144 | 4.68 | 16.7% |
Flint, MI reported 286 violent crimes and 1,282 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 9.30 per 1,000 residents is 257.7% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 54% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,010 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 33.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 286 | 1,282 | 9.30 | 41.69 |
| 2023 | 325 | 1,279 | 10.54 | 41.50 |
| 2022 | 325 | 1,038 | 10.45 | 33.38 |
| 2021 | 321 | 1,061 | 10.69 | 35.35 |
| 2020 | 321 | 1,120 | 10.64 | 37.11 |
| 2019 | 241 | 1,178 | 7.95 | 38.85 |
| 2018 | 266 | 1,220 | 8.76 | 40.16 |
| 2017 | 306 | 1,555 | 10.10 | 51.35 |
| 2016 | 325 | 1,744 | 10.67 | 57.26 |
| 2015 | 222 | 1,726 | 7.24 | 56.31 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
2
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2023 | International Academy of Flint | 0 | 1 | targeted | nan |
| Apr 17, 2019 | Flex High School | 0 | 0 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
92.2
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
91.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
43.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
70.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
14
Public Assistance
$9.0M
Individual Assistance
$5.8M
Most Common Type
Flood
4 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $8.4M | $5.4M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Contaminated Water → | Toxic Substances | Jan 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2004 | — | $421K |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | $39K | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $520K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes,and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 1997 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1986 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1985 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Icing & Floodi… → | Severe Storm | Mar 1976 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, High Winds & Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1975 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, High Winds & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1975 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
453
Total Claims Paid
$3,110,822
Avg Claim Payout
$6,867
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
17
Federal Funding
$4,133,625
Properties Protected
26
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.33
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 5 | $875,450 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 3 | $382,092 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 3 | $833,765 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 1 | $553,252 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions; 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Flint has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, cold wave, strong wind. The area has had 14 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (4 declarations). 453 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $8,989,632 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,777,940 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 17 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
50.5%
14.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.1%
3.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.3%
7.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.7%
1.1pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.4%
Arthritis
33.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
26.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
23.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.1%
Loneliness
40.6%
Lack of Support
32.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
45.1%
Mobility
24.7%
Cognitive
22.4%
Hearing
7.5%
Vision
11.1%
Self-Care
8.9%
Independent Living
16.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Flint has an obesity rate of 50.5%, which is 14.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.1%, 3.6pp above the national average. About 11.7% of adults lack health insurance. 80.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.2 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.0 mi
Hurley Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurley Medical Center | 2.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Mclaren Flint | 5.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Ascension Genesys Hospital | 8.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Mclaren Lapeer Region | 18.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Memorial Healthcare | 25.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
7
Pop. Served
164,866
Violations (5yr)
29
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| FLINT, CITY OF | 81,252 | 1 |
| GENESEE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM | 73,726 | 0 |
| BEECHER METROPOLITAN DISTRICT | 9,400 | 0 |
| GLEN DEVON CONDOMINIUMS | 260 | 0 |
| WESTHAVEN MOBILE HOME PARK, LLC | 122 | 28 |
| GUNTHER MOBILE HOME COURT INC | 105 | 0 |
| KAREGNONDI WATER AUTHORITY | 1 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
53.6K MT
Top Emitter
GM VAN SLYKE COMPLEX
53.6K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
GM VAN SLYKE COMPLEX General Motors Llc | Other | 53,572 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 7 water systems serving the area. 29 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 53.6K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
21 min
-10% vs national
Drive Alone
71.5%
-9% vs national
Public Transit
4.0%
+342% vs national
Work From Home
8.3%
-11% vs national
Carpool
13.1%
Walk / Bike
2.3%
combined
How Flint's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
29
2023
6-Year Avg
29
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
7
Nighttime
18
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 27 | 29 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| 2022 | 32 | 32 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
| 2021 | 33 | 35 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| 2020 | 32 | 34 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| 2019 | 24 | 25 | 9 | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 | 19 | 7 | 6 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Flint, MI is 21 minutes, which is 10.3% below the national average of 23 minutes. 71.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.3% work from home, which is below the MI state average of 9.1%. Public transit is used by 4.0% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 13.1% of workers carpool. 2.2% walk to work. In 2023, there were 29 traffic fatalities from 27 fatal crashes. 7 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
78.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
64.8%
of households
No Internet
15.6%
of households
Total Households
33,670
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
89.7%
of households
Smartphone
84.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
61.3%
of households
Tablet
48.4%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+1% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.0¢
per kWh
-9% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.3¢
per kWh
-30% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$119
residential
-19% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
13% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Michigan averages 19.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $119. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Flint vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
7
Population Served
164,866
Violations (5yr)
29
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLINT, CITY OF | Community | Purchased surface water | 81,252 | 1 |
| GENESEE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM | Community | Purchased surface water | 73,726 | 0 |
| BEECHER METROPOLITAN DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 9,400 | 0 |
| GLEN DEVON CONDOMINIUMS | Community | Ground water | 260 | 0 |
| WESTHAVEN MOBILE HOME PARK, LLC | Community | Ground water | 122 | 28 |
| GUNTHER MOBILE HOME COURT INC | Community | Ground water | 105 | 0 |
| KAREGNONDI WATER AUTHORITY | Community | Surface water | 1 | 0 |
78.8% of households in Flint have broadband internet access. 64.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 15.6% of households have no internet access. 19.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 7 water systems, providing water to 164,866 people. A total of 29 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Flint is located in Genesee County, MI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Flint.
Election Overview
Source: Genesee County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
114,670
51.4%
GOP Votes
105,303
47.2%
Total Votes
223,203
Margin
D+4.2%
Shift from 2020
R+5.1pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 114,670 | 105,303 | 223,203 | 51.4% | 47.2% | D+4.2 |
| 2020 | 119,390 | 98,714 | 221,360 | 53.9% | 44.6% | D+9.3 |
| 2016 | 102,744 | 84,174 | 196,135 | 52.4% | 42.9% | D+9.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Genesee County recorded 223,203 total votes. Democrats won the county with 51.4% of the vote compared to 47.2% for Republicans, a margin of D+4.2%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.1pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Genesee County has shifted 5.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
804
Total Assets
$7.5B
Total Income
$2.8B
Per 10K Residents
99.5
nonprofits
+93.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
104
Median Assets
$342K
Oldest Active
1933
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $6.2B of $7.5B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Flint
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFFlint, MI has 804 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $7.5B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 98 organizations. 104 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 99.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1933.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
801
Total Approved
$237.7M
Jobs Supported
8,098
Per 10K Residents
99.1
SBA loans
-36.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
91
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
362 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
758
Total Amount
$212.4M
Avg Loan
$280,199
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$154.9M(73%)
Jobs Supported
6,873
Loans
43
Total Amount
$25.3M
Avg Loan
$589,442
Median Loan
$496,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
181
23% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$51.9M
22% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$286,996
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fluid Cooling Systems Llc | 2 | $5.3M |
| Golden Horizon Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Stat Emergency Medical Services Inc. | 1 | $3.5M |
| Shue & Voeks Inc. | 2 | $3.4M |
| Flint Township Burgers Inc. | 2 | $3.3M |
| Red Roof Flint Llc | 1 | $3.1M |
| Rj Torching Inc. | 2 | $2.9M |
| Sheldon T Banks Llc | 2 | $2.7M |
| O and M Future Investments Inc. | 1 | $2.6M |
| M & M Hotels Llc | 1 | $2.5M |
Flint, MI has received 801 SBA loans totaling $237.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 758 loans (95% of the total), supporting 6,873 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 43 loans totaling $25.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Flint is The Huntington National Bank with 362 loans. That works out to 99.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
16
Total Population
319,066
Avg Median Income
$54,345
Avg Home Value
-$41,547,167
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48423 | 33,508 | $64,096 | $209,400 | $953 | 64.5 |
| 48433 | 25,756 | $81,301 | $197,400 | $982 | 55.5 |
| 48437 | 399 | $38,553 | $114,200 | $738 | 0.6 |
| 48439 | 52,071 | $88,505 | $250,800 | $1,035 | 54.5 |
| 48458 | 19,411 | $43,496 | $87,100 | $896 | 35.8 |
| 48473 | 22,793 | $76,765 | $191,700 | $1,092 | 56.2 |
| 48502 | 1,388 | $55,700 | N/A | $886 | 0.5 |
| 48503 | 22,809 | $40,155 | $75,400 | $842 | 8.5 |
| 48504 | 23,873 | $36,740 | $48,500 | $895 | 14.7 |
| 48505 | 18,108 | $31,477 | $28,300 | $749 | 12.5 |
| 48506 | 24,538 | $44,416 | $91,200 | $897 | 18.5 |
| 48507 | 28,648 | $47,165 | $101,200 | $923 | 22.1 |
| 48509 | 9,532 | $64,385 | $127,700 | $1,061 | 8.8 |
| 48519 | 7,523 | $60,625 | $157,800 | $890 | 7.8 |
| 48529 | 8,959 | $38,021 | $74,000 | $1,003 | 4.8 |
| 48532 | 19,750 | $58,118 | $157,300 | $929 | 16.0 |
Flint, MI has 16 ZIP codes with a combined population of 319,066. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $54,345. The average median home value is -$41,547,167. The average median monthly rent is $923.
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