St. Clair Shores, MI Local Data & Statistics

State: MI

Total population: 58,140 Household income: $73,500 Rent: $1,183

Overview

Total population

58,140

Rent

$1,183

Year built

1957

Household income

$73,500

Per capita income

$42,941

Poverty rate

8.4%

Unemployment rate

3.7%

Household size

2.1 persons

Rent over 30% of income

43.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Michigan

Total population

58,140

Adults over 25

44,784

Total households

27,327

Household size

2.1 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$73,500

Per capita income

$42,941

Poverty rate

8.4%

Unemployment rate

3.7%

Rent over 30% of income

43.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,183

Year built

1957

Households that rent

16.9%

Households that own

83.1%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.5

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

88%

Black

4.7%

Asian

1.3%

Two or more races

4.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

Not Hispanic or Latino

97%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

86.2%

Commute time to work

27 mins

Work from home

13.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

30.2%

High school graduate or GED

28.3%

Some college or associate degree

11.8%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

29.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of St. Clair Shores, MI with: Michigan United States

St. Clair Shores, MI

Total population58,140

Rent$1,183

Year built1957

Household income$73,500

Per capita income$42,941

Poverty rate8.4%

Unemployment rate3.7%

Michigan State

Total population10,077,761

Rent$1,129

Year built1972

Household income$72,875

Per capita income$40,735

Poverty rate13.2%

Unemployment rate4.7%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CitySt. Clair Shores, MI	StateMichigan	CountryUnited States
Total population	58,140	10,077,761	334,922,499
Rent	$1,183	$1,129	$1,413
Year built	1957	1972	1980
Household income	$73,500	$72,875	$80,734
Per capita income	$42,941	$40,735	$44,673
Poverty rate	8.4%	13.2%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.7%	4.7%	4%

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Summary for St. Clair Shores, MI

St. Clair Shores is located in Michigan.

Rent & Income

In St. Clair Shores, the typical monthly rent is $1,183 and the typical household income is $73,500. Rent here is similar to Michigan and lower than the U.S., and household income is similar to Michigan and lower than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 8.4%, which is lower than in both Michigan and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 16.9% of households. About 43.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 29.7% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is lower than both Michigan and the national rate.

St. Clair Shores, MI — Rent vs Household Income

St. Clair Shores, MI — Poverty vs Unemployment

How St. Clair Shores, MI compares in Michigan (24 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,183	9 / 24	from lower rent	$915 – $1,747
Household income	$73,500	11 / 24	from higher income	$37,646 – $120,694
Poverty rate	8.4%	7 / 24	from lower poverty	4.7% – 34.1%
Unemployment rate	3.7%	8 / 24	from lower unemployment	2.4% – 13.1%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Michigan with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for St. Clair Shores, MI

Rent

St. Clair Shores ranks 9th out of 24 large places in Michigan for rent. Statewide rents range from $915 in Flint, MI to $1,747 in Novi, MI.

Household income

In terms of household income, St. Clair Shores comes in 11th among 24 major places. Across Michigan, income levels vary from $37,646 in Flint, MI to $120,694 in Rochester Hills, MI.

Poverty rate

For poverty rates, St. Clair Shores is ranked 7th among 24 major areas. Across Michigan, poverty runs from 4.7% in Livonia, MI to 34.1% in Flint, MI.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, St. Clair Shores ranks 8th out of 24 significant areas. Across Michigan, unemployment varies from 2.4% in Royal Oak, MI to 13.1% in Flint, MI.

💰 Rent in St. Clair Shores, MI (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,183 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in St. Clair Shores, MI

Annual Household Income: $73,500

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in St. Clair Shores, MI

Estimated Rate: 8.4%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in St. Clair Shores, MI

In St. Clair Shores, MI, households that rent: 4,611 (16.9%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	4,611	16.9%
Owner-Occupied	22,716	83.1%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in St. Clair Shores, MI

In St. Clair Shores, MI, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 1,997 (43.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	1,997	43.3%
Other renter households	2,614	56.7%
Total renter households	4,611	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in St. Clair Shores, MI

Less than High School: 13,511 people (30.2%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 12,675 people (28.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 5,282 people (11.8%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 13,316 people (29.7%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 44,784

📊 Unemployment Rate in St. Clair Shores, MI

Estimated Rate: 3.7%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.