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The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Flint, MI

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

80,175population

36.9median age

This community is a community of 80,175 with a median age of 36.9. The population is predominantly Black (55.3%) with a significant White community (33.4%). Median household income is $37,646. 84.5% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 14.2% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 53.8%, with a median home value of $53,500.

Race & Ethnicityi

Black

55.3%44,337

White

33.4%26,808

Two or More

5.3%4,214

Hispanic/Latino

4.5%3,592

Asian

0.7%546

Other

0.6%451

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.3%209

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%18

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

7%3,752

High School Diploma

29.6%15,926

Some College (<1 yr)

7%3,791

Some College (1+ yr)

19.7%10,598

Associate's Degree

6.9%3,736

Bachelor's Degree

9.4%5,038

Master's Degree

4%2,165

Professional Degree

0.6%302

Doctorate

0.3%158

HS or Higher

84.5%

BA or Higher

14.2%

Graduate+

4.9%

Housingi

$53,500median home value

$915median rent

53.8%homeownership

43,028total units

19.7%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 53.8%

Renter 46.2%

Home Values

Under $50K

46.9%8,733

$50K–$100K

28.5%5,305

$100K–$150K

12.1%2,243

$150K–$200K

4.7%867

$200K–$300K

4.4%819

$300K–$500K

2.9%533

$500K–$1M

0.5%84

$1M+

0.1%23

Rent Distribution

Under $500

2,099

$500–$750

2,816

$750–$1,000

4,020

$1,000–$1,250

3,711

$1,250–$1,500

1,366

$1,500–$2,000

602

$2,000+

Year Built

2020 or later

0.5%202

2010–2019

0.4%177

2000–2009

1.4%600

1990–1999

1.4%616

1980–1989

2.7%1,151

1970–1979

8.9%3,849

1960–1969

15.2%6,522

1950–1959

31.4%13,494

1940–1949

12.7%5,446

1939 or earlier

25.5%10,971

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

85.6%29,603

Electricity

11.9%4,113

Bottled/LP Gas

1.3%435

No Fuel

0.7%234

Other

0.3%91

Fuel Oil

0.2%54

Wood

0.1%29

Coal

0%11

Solar

0%2

Household Economyi

$37,646median household income

$21,720per capita income

33.3%poverty rate

14.8%unemployment

34,441labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

13.2%4,557

$10K–$15K

9.9%3,406

$15K–$20K

4.9%1,704

$20K–$25K

6.2%2,137

$25K–$30K

6.3%2,161

$30K–$35K

6.3%2,167

$35K–$40K

5.7%1,960

$40K–$45K

5.6%1,932

$45K–$50K

5%1,726

$50K–$60K

8.7%2,995

$60K–$75K

9.2%3,176

$75K–$100K

8.4%2,911

$100K–$125K

5.1%1,779

$125K–$150K

2.7%931

$150K–$200K

1.9%661

$200K+

1.1%369

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

3,755

Residentsi

6,807

Avg. Tenant Renti

$228/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

45 months

Programs in this community

Public Housing1,177 homes82% occupied$218/mo rent

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers1,214 homes91% occupied$273/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 81,337 homes92% occupied$194/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

202/PRAC27 homes96% occupied$278/mo rent

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $37,646/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $11K/yr

81.2%

Very low income$11K–$19K/yr

15.1%

Who Receives This Housing

74.4% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

92.1% of subsidized households are minority

22.7% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

16.5% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

2,5693.2%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

197

China

140

Philippines

104

India

United Kingdom

Canada

Korea

Germany

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

28,768

Avg. Commutei

22.7 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

29,358

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

3,275(5.3% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

94.6%Insured

5.4%Uninsured