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Montrose, MI


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Montrose, Michigan

Montrose, Michigan, in Genesee county, is 15 miles NW of Flint, Michigan (center to center) and 72 miles NW of Detroit, Michigan. Part of the surrounding Flint metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Montrose is home to some 1,619 residents.

The People and Families of Montrose

In Montrose, about 55% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Montrose had a median family income of $46,172.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($1,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Montrose. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Montrose Housing

According to the 2000 census, 71% of the housing in Montrose was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Montrose.

Commuting

In Montrose, 93% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 17%Montrose Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Montrose, MI

Comparing Montrose 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
Children Under 5 Years Old76
Well-Paid Single Women75
Well-Paid Single Men74
Female Share of the Population65
Male Share of the Population56
Racial Diversity32
Senior Citizens34
Age of the Population23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size77
Portion of People Married57

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better76
People Above Poverty77
Median Family Income76
College Educated Adults22

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home55
Walking and Biking to Work43
Public Transportation Use43
Short Commute Times32

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals96
Affordability of Rents79
People Living Alone54
Housing Recently Built46
Affordability of Property Taxes35
Seasonal and Vacation Housing21
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