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Sylvan Lake, MI


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Sylvan Lake, Michigan

Sylvan Lake, Michigan, in Oakland county, is 2 miles SW of Pontiac, Michigan (center to center) and 24 miles NW of Detroit, Michigan. The city contains a population of approximately 1,735.

The People and Families of Sylvan Lake

In Sylvan Lake, about 54% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Sylvan Lake, which is home to many people who live alone.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Sylvan Lake had a median family income of $90,931. The typical family in Sylvan Lake is better off than most in Michigan. The city has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in Sylvan Lake. Interestingly, lots of people in the city have Bachelor's degrees (or better). In Sylvan Lake, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Sylvan Lake favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $4,005. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Crime and Safety

Crime isn't one of the big worries for most people in Sylvan Lake.

Sylvan Lake Housing

Sylvan Lake has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 86% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Michigan, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

In Sylvan Lake, 96% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophySylvan Lake Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophySylvan Lake Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophySylvan Lake Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophySylvan Lake College Educated Adults
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophySylvan Lake Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophySylvan Lake People in Middle Class or Better
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Sylvan Lake Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime
(vs. State)
Top 14%Sylvan Lake Low Property Crime

Comparative Profile of Sylvan Lake, MI

Comparing Sylvan Lake 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 Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Age of the Population89
Male Share of the Population78
Racial Diversity65
Senior Citizens56
Female Share of the Population43
Children Under 5 Years Old33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married34
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better1010
People Above Poverty1010
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income1010

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work65
Working at Home55
Public Transportation Use54
Short Commute Times44

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone99
Seasonal and Vacation Housing88
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals32
Housing Recently Built35
Affordability of Property Taxes22
Affordability of Rents11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime1010
Low Property Crime89
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