Southfield, MI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Oakland County · Michigan
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Southfield based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
76,025
2023 ACS
Median Income
$65,848
2023
Median Home Value
$226,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,301
2023
Median Age
42.1
Unemployment
7.0%
Cost of Living Index
114.1
100 = national avg
Southfield is a city in Oakland County, Michigan, with a population of 76,025 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Southfield is one of the communities in Michigan.
The median household income in Southfield is $65,848, and the median home value is $226,900. The cost of living index is 114.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,301 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.0%, and the median age is 42.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
76,025
Male
35,587
46.8%
Female
40,438
53.2%
Median Age
42.1
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
28.4%
High School or Higher
42.9%
Foreign Born
7.7%
Veterans
4.8%
Married
31.8%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.519
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
63.9%
Foreign Born
7.7%
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
1.9%
1,460 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
98.1%
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+)
71,761
English Only
90.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Languages
1,648 speakers
Limited English
3.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.0%
Limited English Proficiency
3.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,658
4.8% of population
Disability Rate
25.6%
935 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$50,053
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,267
89.3%
Female Veterans
391
10.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$50,053
Non-Veteran Income
$41,168
Difference
$8,885
21.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
935
Without Disability
2,723
Disability Rate
25.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
21,170
#1 Ancestry
German
3.5% (2,676)
#2 Ancestry
Sub-Saharan African
3.0% (2,269)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
2.8% (2,120)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
35,081
Family Households
17,696
50.4%
Married Couples
10,805
30.8%
Non-Family Households
17,385
49.6%
Single Mother Households
5,627
16.0%
Single Father Households
1,264
3.6%
Living Alone
15,828
45.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
11,832
In Married Couple
7,774
65.7%
With Single Mother
3,387
28.6%
With Single Father
671
5.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$91,403
Married Couple Income
$107,586
Single Mother Income
$67,520
Single Father Income
$78,929
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
1.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,394
Grandparents Responsible
390
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$65,848
-10% vs national
Per Capita Income
$40,203
+8% vs national
Poverty Rate
11.2%
-17% vs national
Gini Index
0.4445
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.0%
+34% vs national
SNAP Recipients
13.7%
of households
How Southfield Compares
Southfield vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Southfield is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Southfield, MI has a median household income of $65,848, making it the 13,860th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Southfield has a higher median household income than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Southfield, MI has a per capita income of $40,203, making it the 8,418th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Southfield has a higher per capita income than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Southfield, MI has a poverty rate of 11.2%, making it the 15,176th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Southfield has a higher poverty rate than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Southfield, MI has a unemployment rate of 7.0%, making it the 7,423rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Southfield has a higher unemployment rate than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Southfield. The median household income here is $65,848.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.0%
+24% vs MI avg
Labor Force
39,226
Employed
36,473
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
28.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
42.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
42.1
Work from Home
15.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$124.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
114.1
100 = national avg
+14.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,198
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,649
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,122
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,411
per month
The median household income in Southfield, MI is $65,848, which is 10.1% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $40,203. The poverty rate of 11.2% is lower than the MI state average of 14.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4445, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.0%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 39,226. 28.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 15.0% working from home. About 73.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 114.1, which is 14.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 139.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,198 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$221,000
Median List Price
$223,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$138
Days on Market
47
Active Inventory
131
Months of Supply
3.2
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$243,792
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,533
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
21.9%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
25.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
41
New Listings
55
Pending Sales
51
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$138
Median List $/SF
$147
Southfield vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Southfield is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Southfield, MI has a median home value of $226,900, making it the 10,470th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Southfield has a higher median home value than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Southfield, MI has a median rent of $1,301, making it the 5,660th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Southfield has a higher median rent than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Southfield, MI has a price per square foot of $138, making it the 13,744th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Southfield has a higher price per square foot than 34% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Southfield, MI has a rent burden of 23.7%, making it the 4,519th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Southfield has a higher rent burden than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$226,900
Median Rent
$1,301
Total Housing Units
38,014
Vacancy Rate
7.7%
Owner Occupied
51.9%
Renter Occupied
48.1%
Median Property Tax
$3,833
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,359
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,833
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.69%
of home value
Median Home Value
$226,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,018
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,833) by the median home value ($226,900). In Southfield, MI, this works out to an effective rate of 1.69%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Southfield, MI is $221,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 47 days on the market. 21.9% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $138. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,533/month. About 51.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1969. There are 38,014 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,833. The effective tax rate is 1.69%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.93
per 1,000 residents
+90% vs national
Property Crime Rate
24.20
per 1,000 residents
+41% vs national
Total Crimes
2,198
2024
Violent Clearance
50%
cases solved
Property Clearance
9%
cases solved
YoY Change
-9.0%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Southfield Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Southfield vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Southfield 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)Southfield police solve 100% of murder cases but only 4% of motor vehicle theft 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 | 1 | 0.01 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 45 | 0.60 | 24.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 30 | 0.40 | 50.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 296 | 3.92 | 53.4% |
| Burglary | Property | 306 | 4.06 | 11.8% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,107 | 14.67 | 10.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 413 | 5.47 | 4.1% |
Southfield, MI reported 372 violent crimes and 1,826 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.93 per 1,000 residents is 89.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 50% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,107 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 32.4% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 372 | 1,826 | 4.93 | 24.20 |
| 2023 | 406 | 2,072 | 5.42 | 27.64 |
| 2022 | 382 | 1,993 | 5.06 | 26.42 |
| 2021 | 368 | 1,532 | 5.10 | 21.21 |
| 2020 | 289 | 1,329 | 3.97 | 18.26 |
| 2019 | 200 | 1,508 | 2.73 | 20.56 |
| 2018 | 206 | 1,520 | 2.81 | 20.70 |
| 2017 | 150 | 2,043 | 2.05 | 27.86 |
| 2016 | 195 | 2,169 | 2.66 | 29.54 |
| 2015 | 185 | 1,882 | 2.52 | 25.67 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.5
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.3
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
16.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
90.4
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
15
Public Assistance
$90.8M
Individual Assistance
$389.0M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Flood | Feb 2024 | — | $211.0M |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | — | $67.8M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $82.1M | $15.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Sep 2014 | $5.7M | $78.9M |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $4K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2004 | — | $16.3M |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | $949K | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $1.1M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2000 | — | — |
| Mi - Severe Weather 1/2 /99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $854K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes,and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 1997 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Icing & Floodi… → | Severe Storm | Mar 1976 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, High Winds & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1975 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
577
Total Claims Paid
$5,447,035
Avg Claim Payout
$9,440
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
28
Federal Funding
$2,835,289
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.85
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 6 | $200,175 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 4 | $127,372 |
| 103.1: Feasibility, Engineering and Design Studies | 3 | $1,724,347 |
| 500.1: Flood Control - Floodwall | 2 | $67,210 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $255,715 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Southfield has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, ice storm, cold wave. The area has had 15 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (5 declarations). 577 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $90,751,953 in public assistance recovery funding. $388,989,924 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 28 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.5%
3.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
18.4%
5.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.0%
3.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.3%
4.3pp below 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
33.7%
Arthritis
27.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.1%
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
16.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.4%
Loneliness
34.7%
Lack of Support
27.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
28.5%
Mobility
15.2%
Cognitive
12.8%
Hearing
5.4%
Vision
5.8%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
8.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Southfield has an obesity rate of 39.5%, which is 3.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 18.4%, 5.1pp below the national average. About 6.3% of adults lack health insurance. 84.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.7 mi
Ascension Providence Hospital,...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield And Novi | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Surgeons Choice Medical Center | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Straith Hospital For Special Surgery | 2.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Beaumont Hospital - Farmington Hills | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Sinai-Grace Hospital | 4.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
55
Pop. Served
109,422
Violations (5yr)
7
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHFIELD | 71,739 | 0 |
| SUN OUTDOORS SARASOTA | 3,800 | 0 |
| HIGHLAND GREENS ESTATES | 2,268 | 0 |
| BUTTONWOOD BAY MHP | 2,000 | 0 |
| NORTHVILLE CROSSING | 1,890 | 0 |
| CIDERMILL CROSSINGS | 1,863 | 0 |
| RIVERSIDE GOLF COURSE COMMUNITY LLC | 1,530 | 0 |
| OAKWOOD VILLAGE MHP | 1,500 | 0 |
| WATER OAK COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES | 1,465 | 0 |
| EGELCRAFT MOBILE HOME PARK | 1,125 | 0 |
| MEADOW LAKE ESTATES MHC | 1,060 | 0 |
| ORION LAKE ESTATES MHC | 1,058 | 2 |
| COBUS GREEN MOBILE HOME PARK | 1,042 | 0 |
| SYLVAN GLEN ESTATES | 1,015 | 0 |
| WALDEN WOODS MHC | 900 | 0 |
| TAMARAC VILLAGE | 873 | 0 |
| SUNLAKE ESTATES | 751 | 0 |
| RAINBOW RV RESORT | 750 | 0 |
| RIVER RIDGE - SALINE | 720 | 0 |
| WINDSOR ESTATES | 718 | 0 |
| HICKORY HILLS | 708 | 3 |
| HUNTERS GLEN | 700 | 0 |
| THE LANDINGS AT LAKE HENRY | 600 | 0 |
| SUN OUTDOORS ORLANDO CHAMPIONS GATE | 600 | 0 |
| SUNBURST RV PARK-TAMPA EAST | 600 | 0 |
| CAX-LAKESHORE LLC | 590 | 0 |
| SHELL CREEK PARK | 465 | 0 |
| HAMLIN MOBILE HOME PARK | 458 | 1 |
| PELICAN BAY | 432 | 0 |
| BLUE JAY MHP | 420 | 0 |
| CLEARWATER VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK | 400 | 0 |
| COACHMANS COVE | 388 | 0 |
| LEISURE VILLAGE | 365 | 0 |
| SUNSET RIDGE MHC | 360 | 0 |
| PINE HILL MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY | 332 | 0 |
| PADDOCK PARK SOUTH MHP | 290 | 0 |
| THE WOODLANDS AT CHURCH LAKE | 286 | 0 |
| SPANISH MAIN TRAVEL RESORT | 284 | 0 |
| FREELAND MOBILE HOME PARK | 280 | 0 |
| LAKE MICHIGAN HEIGHTS | 270 | 0 |
| IDEAL VILLA MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY | 266 | 0 |
| HIGHLAND HILLS OF HIGHLAND MHC | 260 | 0 |
| TAMPA EAST THE PALMS | 249 | 0 |
| LINDEN PLACE MOBILE HOME PARK | 236 | 0 |
| BISSELL VILLAGE MHC | 220 | 0 |
| RIVERSIDE ESTATES | 218 | 0 |
| SUSSEX MANOR MOBILE HOME PARK | 195 | 0 |
| TAMPA EAST RV RESORT | 167 | 0 |
| OAKVIEW MHP | 160 | 0 |
| PINE HAVEN ESTATES MHC | 125 | 0 |
| MILL CREEK RV RESORT | 120 | 0 |
| VALLEY MHP, THE | 98 | 0 |
| FAIRLANE ESTATES | 88 | 0 |
| MICHIGAN AVENUE ESTATES | 75 | 1 |
| KISSIMMEE SOUTH | 50 | 0 |
There are 55 water systems serving the area. 7 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-15% vs national
Drive Alone
73.2%
-7% vs national
Public Transit
1.6%
+78% vs national
Work From Home
15.0%
+61% vs national
Carpool
7.1%
Walk / Bike
1.7%
combined
How Southfield's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
5
2023
6-Year Avg
8
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
5
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 15 | 15 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| 2020 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Southfield, MI is 20 minutes, which is 14.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 73.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 15.0% work from home, which is above the MI state average of 9.1%. Public transit is used by 1.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.1% of workers carpool. 1.6% walk to work. In 2023, there were 5 traffic fatalities from 4 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
75.0%
of households
No Internet
7.6%
of households
Total Households
35,081
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.8%
of households
Smartphone
88.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
79.2%
of households
Tablet
60.8%
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
+5% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.0¢
per kWh
-5% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.3¢
per kWh
-26% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$119
residential
-18% vs 50,000 - 100,000 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).
Southfield vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). 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
55
Population Served
109,422
Violations (5yr)
7
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHFIELD | Community | Purchased surface water | 71,739 | 0 |
| SUN OUTDOORS SARASOTA | Community | Ground water | 3,800 | 0 |
| HIGHLAND GREENS ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 2,268 | 0 |
| BUTTONWOOD BAY MHP | Community | Ground water | 2,000 | 0 |
| NORTHVILLE CROSSING | Community | Ground water | 1,890 | 0 |
| CIDERMILL CROSSINGS | Community | Ground water | 1,863 | 0 |
| RIVERSIDE GOLF COURSE COMMUNITY LLC | Community | Ground water | 1,530 | 0 |
| OAKWOOD VILLAGE MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,500 | 0 |
| WATER OAK COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 1,465 | 0 |
| EGELCRAFT MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 1,125 | 0 |
| MEADOW LAKE ESTATES MHC | Community | Ground water | 1,060 | 0 |
| ORION LAKE ESTATES MHC | Community | Ground water | 1,058 | 2 |
| COBUS GREEN MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 1,042 | 0 |
| SYLVAN GLEN ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 1,015 | 0 |
| WALDEN WOODS MHC | Community | Ground water | 900 | 0 |
| TAMARAC VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 873 | 0 |
| SUNLAKE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 751 | 0 |
| RAINBOW RV RESORT | Community | Ground water | 750 | 0 |
| RIVER RIDGE - SALINE | Community | Ground water | 720 | 0 |
| WINDSOR ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 718 | 0 |
| HICKORY HILLS | Community | Ground water | 708 | 3 |
| HUNTERS GLEN | Community | Ground water | 700 | 0 |
| THE LANDINGS AT LAKE HENRY | Community | Ground water | 600 | 0 |
| SUN OUTDOORS ORLANDO CHAMPIONS GATE | Community | Ground water | 600 | 0 |
| SUNBURST RV PARK-TAMPA EAST | Community | Ground water | 600 | 0 |
| CAX-LAKESHORE LLC | Community | Ground water | 590 | 0 |
| SHELL CREEK PARK | Community | Ground water | 465 | 0 |
| HAMLIN MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 458 | 1 |
| PELICAN BAY | Community | Ground water | 432 | 0 |
| BLUE JAY MHP | Community | Ground water | 420 | 0 |
| CLEARWATER VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 400 | 0 |
| COACHMANS COVE | Community | Ground water | 388 | 0 |
| LEISURE VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 365 | 0 |
| SUNSET RIDGE MHC | Community | Ground water | 360 | 0 |
| PINE HILL MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY | Community | Ground water | 332 | 0 |
| PADDOCK PARK SOUTH MHP | Community | Ground water | 290 | 0 |
| THE WOODLANDS AT CHURCH LAKE | Community | Ground water | 286 | 0 |
| SPANISH MAIN TRAVEL RESORT | Community | Ground water | 284 | 0 |
| FREELAND MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 280 | 0 |
| LAKE MICHIGAN HEIGHTS | Community | Ground water | 270 | 0 |
| IDEAL VILLA MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY | Community | Ground water | 266 | 0 |
| HIGHLAND HILLS OF HIGHLAND MHC | Community | Ground water | 260 | 0 |
| TAMPA EAST THE PALMS | Community | Ground water | 249 | 0 |
| LINDEN PLACE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 236 | 0 |
| BISSELL VILLAGE MHC | Community | Purchased surface water | 220 | 0 |
| RIVERSIDE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 218 | 0 |
| SUSSEX MANOR MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 195 | 0 |
| TAMPA EAST RV RESORT | Community | Ground water | 167 | 0 |
| OAKVIEW MHP | Community | Ground water | 160 | 0 |
| PINE HAVEN ESTATES MHC | Community | Ground water | 125 | 0 |
| MILL CREEK RV RESORT | Community | Ground water | 120 | 0 |
| VALLEY MHP, THE | Community | Ground water | 98 | 0 |
| FAIRLANE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 88 | 0 |
| MICHIGAN AVENUE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 75 | 1 |
| KISSIMMEE SOUTH | Community | Ground water | 50 | 0 |
90.3% of households in Southfield have broadband internet access. 75.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.6% of households have no internet access. 10.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 55 water systems, providing water to 109,422 people. A total of 7 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Southfield is located in Oakland County, MI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Southfield.
Election Overview
Source: Oakland County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
419,519
54.4%
GOP Votes
337,791
43.8%
Total Votes
771,939
Margin
D+10.6%
Shift from 2020
R+3.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 419,519 | 337,791 | 771,939 | 54.4% | 43.8% | D+10.6 |
| 2020 | 434,148 | 325,971 | 770,351 | 56.4% | 42.3% | D+14.1 |
| 2016 | 342,976 | 289,127 | 663,255 | 51.7% | 43.6% | D+8.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Oakland County recorded 771,939 total votes. Democrats won the county with 54.4% of the vote compared to 43.8% for Republicans, a margin of D+10.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Oakland County has shifted 2.5 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
862
Total Assets
$1.8B
Total Income
$1.2B
Per 10K Residents
113.4
nonprofits
+144.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
110
Median Assets
$472K
Oldest Active
1937
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.0B of $1.8B 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 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Southfield
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFSouthfield, MI has 862 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.8B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 140 organizations. 110 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 113.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1937.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
955
Total Approved
$268.6M
Jobs Supported
9,366
Per 10K Residents
125.6
SBA loans
+48.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
91
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
262 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
904
Total Amount
$232.2M
Avg Loan
$256,840
Median Loan
$75,000
SBA Guaranteed
$166.0M(71%)
Jobs Supported
7,887
Loans
51
Total Amount
$36.4M
Avg Loan
$713,706
Median Loan
$353,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
181
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$81.1M
30% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$448,188
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Care First Group Living & In-home Services Inc | 6 | $6.3M |
| Allingham Corporation | 1 | $5.0M |
| A & G Hospitality Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Historic Schaefer Properties Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Nerds Xpress Llc | 3 | $4.9M |
| Southfield Storage Center, Llc | 1 | $4.9M |
| Rsb Holdings Llc | 2 | $4.5M |
| Whiting Realty Llc | 1 | $4.4M |
| Cloudsafe Ltd. | 3 | $3.5M |
| Michigan Family Dentistry Pllc | 1 | $3.5M |
Southfield, MI has received 955 SBA loans totaling $268.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 904 loans (95% of the total), supporting 7,887 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 51 loans totaling $36.4M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Southfield is The Huntington National Bank with 262 loans. That works out to 125.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
43
Total Population
1,059,931
Avg Median Income
$91,809
Avg Home Value
$281,330
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48009 | 21,623 | $152,443 | $712,000 | $1,891 | 5.0 |
| 48017 | 11,271 | $86,935 | $251,600 | $1,255 | 2.2 |
| 48025 | 14,755 | $177,126 | $514,500 | $2,397 | 8.0 |
| 48030 | 14,945 | $62,878 | $141,200 | $1,221 | 2.8 |
| 48033 | 16,900 | $55,599 | $195,100 | $1,242 | 9.1 |
| 48034 | 15,213 | $59,634 | $259,400 | $1,275 | 4.3 |
| 48067 | 24,496 | $107,355 | $309,200 | $1,435 | 4.6 |
| 48069 | 2,607 | $161,058 | $435,500 | $1,795 | 0.6 |
| 48070 | 6,322 | $188,229 | $470,600 | $2,266 | 1.5 |
| 48071 | 28,411 | $66,726 | $190,300 | $1,138 | 7.1 |
| 48072 | 15,084 | $113,103 | $289,200 | $1,436 | 2.4 |
| 48073 | 33,427 | $86,426 | $302,800 | $1,245 | 7.4 |
| 48075 | 23,158 | $67,630 | $218,900 | $1,284 | 7.3 |
| 48076 | 24,817 | $85,171 | $251,300 | $1,451 | 7.1 |
| 48083 | 23,619 | $88,551 | $293,300 | $1,277 | 8.6 |
| 48084 | 15,659 | $106,004 | $420,000 | $1,648 | 6.2 |
| 48098 | 20,658 | $165,781 | $485,300 | $1,720 | 9.4 |
| 48127 | 39,943 | $63,084 | $217,000 | $1,231 | 7.7 |
| 48150 | 26,749 | $94,058 | $228,600 | $1,328 | 12.1 |
| 48152 | 30,394 | $89,019 | $284,300 | $1,293 | 12.0 |
| 48154 | 36,915 | $103,763 | $285,800 | $1,197 | 11.6 |
| 48203 | 20,472 | $35,108 | $76,100 | $799 | 8.2 |
| 48204 | 19,723 | $32,875 | $53,600 | $970 | 5.0 |
| 48219 | 45,788 | $43,882 | $84,500 | $1,037 | 8.4 |
| 48220 | 21,502 | $86,095 | $229,700 | $1,191 | 4.4 |
| 48221 | 41,750 | $55,583 | $138,700 | $1,174 | 5.2 |
| 48223 | 24,262 | $42,324 | $87,700 | $1,013 | 6.0 |
| 48227 | 39,474 | $36,221 | $70,900 | $1,034 | 7.5 |
| 48228 | 52,719 | $31,485 | $55,100 | $1,086 | 8.9 |
| 48235 | 46,960 | $41,011 | $79,400 | $1,151 | 6.3 |
| 48237 | 29,370 | $65,882 | $198,500 | $1,354 | 5.2 |
| 48238 | 24,569 | $30,286 | $58,700 | $950 | 5.4 |
| 48239 | 37,039 | $69,373 | $145,900 | $1,355 | 9.5 |
| 48240 | 17,097 | $57,970 | $120,700 | $1,326 | 3.8 |
| 48301 | 14,749 | $163,571 | $670,600 | $1,878 | 7.4 |
| 48302 | 17,346 | $175,698 | $624,200 | $2,048 | 11.0 |
| 48304 | 17,436 | $140,700 | $481,500 | $1,492 | 11.4 |
| 48322 | 33,197 | $118,001 | $374,000 | $1,975 | 11.7 |
| 48323 | 17,043 | $139,418 | $467,000 | $1,776 | 8.6 |
| 48331 | 22,033 | $121,101 | $383,200 | $1,743 | 9.3 |
| 48334 | 19,218 | $98,937 | $327,200 | $1,511 | 9.1 |
| 48335 | 24,298 | $96,359 | $366,500 | $1,451 | 7.2 |
| 48336 | 26,920 | $85,325 | $247,600 | $1,141 | 9.3 |
Southfield, MI has 43 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,059,931. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $91,809. The average median home value is $281,330. The average median monthly rent is $1,407.
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