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Introduction to Berkley, Michigan
Berkley, Michigan, in Oakland county, is 2 miles NW of Royal Oak, Michigan and 13 miles NW of Detroit, Michigan. The city is part of the Detroit metropolitan statistical area. About 15,531 people live in Berkley.
Berkley History
Berkley was first settled in the year 1815. At that time, this area was the site of the Ottawa Indian Gardens. It also included a flowing artesian spring that provided the town's water supply until 1926. Berkley derived its name from a local farm. The area was incorporated as a village in 1923 and was reincorporated as a city in 1932.
Berkley and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Berkley
The city boasts of nine parks that include tennis courts, horseshoe courts, picnic areas, multi-use turf areas and many other recreational facilities. Skaters can also visit the Berkley Ice Arena. Another popular tourist destination near the city is the Detroit Zoo.
Berkley Transportation
Detroit City Airport is nearby.
Berkley Higher Education
Opportunities for higher studies are provided by the Lawrence Technological University, Oakland University, Henry Ford Community College, University of Phoenix - Detroit Campus, and many other colleges and universities.
Berkley strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Michigan):
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| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 6% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 8% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 10% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 11% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Berkley to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Michigan (State):
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