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Armada, Michigan

Armada, Michigan, in Macomb county, is 18 miles NE of Rochester Hills, Michigan (center to center) and 36 miles N of Detroit, Michigan. The village contains a population of approximately 1,573.

The People and Families of Armada

In Armada, about 61% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Armada, at least compared to other villages of its size. The village has a large-family feeling.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Armada had a median family income of $69,917. The typical family in Armada is better off than most in Michigan. The village has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in Armada.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Armada favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $250. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the village.

Armada Housing

Armada has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 81% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the village might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Michigan, which may reflect a commitment to education in the village.

Commuting

In Armada, 93% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Armada strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Michigan):

CategoryTrophy
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Armada Median Family Income
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Armada Low Rate of Poverty
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Armada Well-Paid Single Women
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Armada People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Armada Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Armada, MI

Comparing Armada to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Michigan (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women108
Well-Paid Single Men98
Female Share of the Population77
Children Under 5 Years Old43
Male Share of the Population44
Racial Diversity42
Age of the Population34
Senior Citizens23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size910
Portion of People Married910

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income1010
People Above Poverty1010
People in Middle Class or Better99
College Educated Adults76

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use66
Working at Home66
Walking and Biking to Work22
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals74
Affordability of Rents33
Housing Recently Built23
People Living Alone21
Affordability of Property Taxes22
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11
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