Apartments for rent in Ypsilanti, MI

Ypsilanti is a town in Michigan with just under 21,000 residents. Young adults (15-24) will find plenty of opportunities, as they make up a higher percentage of the population here (41%) than nationally (14%), though young professionals also feature prominently in the demographics. Overall, the city's population, at an average age of just under 31, is decidedly younger than most cities in Michigan, ranking as the seventh-youngest municipality in the state. Homeowners tend to be in the minority in the area, and 69% of residents are renters. At $854 per month, the average rent is roughly on par with the state average.

Ypsilanti residents have a plethora of industries from which to choose, the most common four of which are entertainment, education, healthcare, and retail. Combined, these industries account for 39% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 6% of the city's population works in sales, which ranks as the top career path in the city. With an average annual income of just over $51,000, Ypsilanti workers bring in around $11,000 less than their peers elsewhere in Michigan. The city's average income also falls below the national average of $73,345. Compared to the national average (7%), Ypsilanti has a relatively large concentration of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 9% have earned a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. In addition, 11% have earned a Bachelor's degree.

Ypsilanti residents have an average commute of about 24 minutes. Driving is the prevailing mode of getting to work, chosen by 40% of commuters, while public transportation isn't widely used. Walking (7%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number is well above the national average.