City vs city
Lansing, MI vs Grand Rapids, MI
| Lansing | Grand Rapids | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 112,546 | 197,768 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.4% | -0.2% |
| Median home value | $119,400 | $225,500 |
| Median rent | $976 | $1,191 |
| Household income | $52,170 | $65,526 |
| Unemployment | 8.1% | 5.0% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 18% | 26% |
| 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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