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Moving to Waterford, MI

Moving to Waterford, MI? Start with three official steps: update your Michigan driver's license and vehicle registration with the Secretary of State, register to vote at your new address, and set up water, power and trash service. Below you'll find neighborhoods, housing costs, schools, transit and a first-week checklist, all from city, county, state or Census sources.

OverviewNeighborhoodsCost of living & housingSchoolsUtilities setupCommute & transitOfficial how-tosFirst week checklist

Median rent

$1,111

Median home value

$250,900

Median household income

$77,101

Owner / renter

76% / 24%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates.

  • NeighborhoodsAreas of the city with place counts and a photo from each.
  • Cost of living & housingCensus median rent, home value, income and owner/renter share.
  • SchoolsSchool districts and schools that serve the city.
  • Utilities setupElectric, gas, water, trash and mail — who to call first.
  • Commute & transitBus routes, trains, the airport, bike lanes and parking.
  • Official how-tosPermits, voting, license, registration, taxes, pets and library.
  • First week checklistThe order to get things done after you move in.

Moving to Waterford, MI: FAQ

What is the median rent in Waterford, MI?
$1,111 a month median gross rent (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates).
What is the median home value in Waterford, MI?
$250,900 for owner-occupied homes (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates).
What is the median household income in Waterford, MI?
$77,101 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates).
Do more people rent or own in Waterford, MI?
76% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and 24% are rented (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

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