Midtown

A general mixed-use community area of neighborhoods containing successive waves of development.

Welcome to Midtown

Midtown Detroit is a commercial and residential district located along the east and west sides of Woodward Avenue, north of Downtown Detroit and south of the New Center area. The area includes several historic districts. In addition, it contains a residential area of some 14,550 people and covers 2.09 sq mi. The community area of neighborhoods is bounded by the Chrysler Freeway (I-75) on the east, the Lodge Freeway (M-10) on the west, the Edsel Ford Freeway (I-94) on the north, and the Fisher Freeway (I-75) on the south.
 

Overview

The Midtown area is a general mixed-use community area of neighborhoods containing successive waves of development that have transformed the area multiple times since it was first platted. The neighborhoods are dominated by the thoroughfare of Woodward Avenue, which runs north and south through the heart of Midtown. This neighborhood was previously known as Cass Corridor and many Detroiters continue to refer to it as such.
 
Woodward Avenue, running north and south through the center of the neighborhood, is primarily inhabited by commercial businesses, public-oriented/cultural institutions, and religious buildings. The heart of the cultural center (the Detroit Public Library and the Detroit Institute of Arts) is located directly on Woodward in the northern part of Midtown.
 
The north part of Midtown west of Woodward Avenue is dominated by Wayne State University, whose campus subsumes nearly the entire northwest portion of Midtown north of Warren Avenue and west of Woodward. Wayne State University's campus covers 203 acres (0.82 km2) in the northwestern section of Midtown. Wayne's campus is irregular, and parts extend south of Warren (notably Old Main) and north of I-94, out of Midtown and into the New Center neighborhood. Additionally, Wayne's athletic facilities are west of the Lodge Freeway. Wayne is one of Michigan's three research institutions and serves over 32,000 students.

Overview for Midtown, MI

14,930 people live in Midtown, where the median age is 31.8 and the average individual income is $26,613. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

14,930

Total Population

31.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$26,613

Average individual Income

Around Midtown, MI

There's plenty to do around Midtown, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

94
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
95
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score
64
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Hanan's Bakery, Bon Bon Bon Downtown Detroit, and La Fonda.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Hanan's Bakery Logo
Dining · $ 2.64 miles 22 reviews 5/5 stars
Bon Bon Bon Downtown Detroit Logo
Dining 1.03 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
La Fonda Logo
Dining 3.2 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Noorjahan Indians Cuisine Logo
Dining 1.2 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Esto's Garage Logo
Dining 1.31 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
HenriettaHaus Logo
Dining 2.93 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Midtown, MI

Population Households Employment

Midtown has 7,741 households, with an average household size of 1.72. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Midtown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 14,930 people call Midtown home. The population density is 7,877.87 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

14,930

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

31.8

Median Age

51.7 / 48.3%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
7,741

Total Households

1.72

Average Household Size

$26,613

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Midtown, MI

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Midtown. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 60296370

$8,600,000

677 Selden Street, Detroit, MI 48201 2284
21 Baths 30,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 20230055324

$8,600,000

677 SELDEN Street, Detroit, MI 48201
11 Beds 21 Baths 30,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 60273146

$2,500,000

453 Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48201 2311
12,628 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 20230098765

$2,500,000

453 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48201
12,628 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 60294301

$1,500,000

666 Peterboro Street, Detroit, MI 48201 2220
3,435 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 20240016749

$1,500,000

666 PETERBORO Street, Detroit, MI 48201
3,435 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 60321235

$1,300,000

679 Peterboro Street, Detroit, MI 48201 2219
2,508 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 60321142

$1,300,000

671 Peterboro Street, Detroit, MI 48201 2219
2,508 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 20240047568

$1,300,000

671 PETERBORO Street, Detroit, MI 48201
2,508 Sq.Ft.

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