Apartments for rent in Pontiac, MI

The town of Pontiac, Michigan is home to just over 60,000 people. Families with young children are a common sight, as kids under 5 account for an above-average 9% of the population, while retirees account for a smaller percentage of the city. Overall, the city's population, at an average age of just under 35, is decidedly younger than most cities in Michigan. The majority of Pontiac residents rent, and 42% of residents are homeowners. With a relatively low average rent of $780 per month in the city, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Michigan. Each month, renters in Pontiac will pay around $94 less compared to the state average.

Pontiac has an average commute time of about 24 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the prevailing means of commuting to work, selected by 37% of residents, while public transit isn't extensively used. Few workers commute on foot.

Among Pontiac residents older than 25, 5% possess a Bachelor's degree and 2% have earned a Master's degree or Doctorate. Many Pontiac residents work in one of three industries: healthcare, entertainment, and manufacturing. Together, these industries make up 20% of the workforce in the city. Pontiac workers bring in an average annual income of about $42K, less than their peers elsewhere in Michigan. The city's average income also falls below the national average of $73,345.