What are the schools like in Eastpointe, MI?

Eastpointe is served primarily by Eastpointe Community Schools. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.1:1.

What is the median household income in Eastpointe?

The median household income in Eastpointe, MI is $57,953 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.1%.

What is the weather like in Eastpointe, MI?

Eastpointe has an average high temperature of 31.5°F in January and 82.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.9 inches.

Eastpointe, MI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Eastpointe, MI affordable or expensive?

Eastpointe's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Eastpointe is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $115,100 and the median rent is $1,274 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Eastpointe, MI?

Eastpointe has a violent crime rate of 719.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2272.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Eastpointe, MI a Good Place to Live?

Eastpointe is a small city of 34,087 in Michigan, with a median household income of $57,953 and a 12.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Eastpointe stands out for below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include a higher-than-average crime index, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Eastpointe is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Eastpointe city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 98.0

Eastpointe's overall cost of living index is 98.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Eastpointe costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Eastpointe, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$115,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,274	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$57,953	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Eastpointe's violent crime rate is 719.6 per 100,000 residents — 89% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

719.6 /100k

Property Crime

2272.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Eastpointe is served primarily by Eastpointe Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Eastpointe, MI	National Avg
School District	Eastpointe Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Eastpointe sees average highs of 31.5°F in January and 82.0°F in July, with 33.8 inches of annual precipitation and 27.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Eastpointe, MI
Average High — January	31.5°F
Average High — July	82.0°F
Annual Precipitation	33.8"
Annual Snowfall	27.9"

Demographics

Metric	Eastpointe, MI	National Avg
Population	34,087	—
Median Age	36.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	40.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	53.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.8%	6.3%
Under 18	24.2%	22.2%
65 and over	12.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Harper Woods, MI 2 mi Roseville, MI 3 mi Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 3 mi St. Clair Shores, MI 3 mi Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Eastpointe

Eastpointe, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

48021

Eastpointe vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eastpointe, MI affordable or expensive?

Eastpointe's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Eastpointe roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $115,100 and median rent is $1,274/month.

What is the crime rate in Eastpointe, MI?

Eastpointe's violent crime rate is 719.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2272.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Eastpointe?

Public schools in Eastpointe are operated by Eastpointe Community Schools. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.1:1. 14.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Eastpointe, MI a good place to live?

Eastpointe, MI has a population of 34,087, a median household income of $57,953, and an unemployment rate of 12.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Eastpointe?

Eastpointe averages 31.5°F in January and 82.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.8 inches with about 27.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Eastpointe?

Eastpointe, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 48021.

What is the population of Eastpointe?

The population of Eastpointe, Michigan is 34,087 with a median age of 36.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Eastpointe?

Key numbers for living in Eastpointe: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $115,100, median household income $57,953, crime index 157 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Eastpointe side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.