City vs city
Portage, MI vs Sterling Heights, MI
| Portage | Sterling Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 49,015 | 133,473 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.2% | -0.2% |
| Median home value | $243,400 | $260,700 |
| Median rent | $1,120 | $1,267 |
| Household income | $79,529 | $78,429 |
| Unemployment | 5.0% | 6.2% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 28% | 21% |
| State crime /100k | 1,730 | 1,730 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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