Flat Rock, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Flat Rock, Michigan had a total population of 10,340, the 99th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $81,585, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Flat Rock Quick Facts
How Flat Rock Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,418 | 10,340 | -0.7% |
| Median household income | $73,288 | $81,585 | +11.3% |
| Median home value | $201,400 | $228,800 | +13.6% |
How Flat Rock Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Flat Rock Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Wayne County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 638,530 | $39,938 | 32.7% | $83,900 |
| Dearborn | 107,423 | $65,324 | 24.3% | $218,800 |
| Livonia | 93,851 | $98,460 | 4.7% | $281,100 |
| Westland | 83,633 | $62,076 | 14.3% | $184,600 |
| Taylor | 62,081 | $61,081 | 18.4% | $152,600 |
| Dearborn Heights | 61,771 | $60,391 | 21.9% | $185,100 |
| Lincoln Park | 39,257 | $58,616 | 21.5% | $131,000 |
| Southgate | 29,366 | $66,118 | 9.4% | $173,600 |
| Allen Park | 27,925 | $81,655 | 6.9% | $183,700 |
| Hamtramck | 27,743 | $39,293 | 39.9% | $131,000 |
Cities Similar to Flat Rock
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clawson | 11,374 | $88,636 | $267,100 | 45.8% | 5.9% |
| Marysville | 9,925 | $66,901 | $208,600 | 24.6% | 6.4% |
| Temperance | 8,914 | $81,503 | $250,100 | 31.3% | 6.6% |
| Fenton | 11,906 | $80,000 | $235,900 | 39.2% | 6.9% |
| Lambertville | 9,955 | $102,521 | $256,400 | 30.2% | 5.6% |
Population Overview
Flat Rock is a small city located in Michigan, within Wayne County. The total population is 10,340. It ranks as the 99th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Flat Rock is 39.3 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Flat Rock is $81,585. This is 12% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 1% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 7.3%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $228,800. Housing costs are 1% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Flat Rock is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Flat Rock is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.0%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
29.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 32.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Flat Rock, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Michigan state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 745 Census-designated places in Michigan. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Flat Rock, Michigan?
Flat Rock, Michigan has a population of 10,340 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Flat Rock, MI?
The median household income in Flat Rock is $81,585, which is 1% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Flat Rock, MI?
The poverty rate in Flat Rock is 10.3%. This means approximately 1,068 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Flat Rock, Michigan?
Flat Rock's population is 78.3% White, 8.0% Black, 7.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Flat Rock, MI?
The median home value in Flat Rock is $228,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Flat Rock, Michigan?
29.5% of adults (25+) in Flat Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.