Livability Score

83
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities B-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (1) F
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Aroma Creperie & Cafe
Coffee Shop
Ananas Cafe
Coffee Shop
Biggby Coffee
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Karma Coffee & Kitchen
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (3) F
MJR Westland Grand Cinema 16
Cinema
Westland Bowl
Bowling Alley
Las Tres Rocas (MTB feature)
Attraction
Tree Climb Feature
Attraction
Old Michigan Theater
Cinema
Wayne Historical Museum
Museum
Food and Drink (17) C+
Subway
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Garden City Cafe
Bar
Joe D's
Bar
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
A&W
Fast Food
So-Cal
Sweets
KFC
Fast Food
Mr. Pizza
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
VFW Post 7575
Bar
La Espiga Dorada Mexican Bakery
Sweets
Savvy Sliders
Fast Food
Charlie Liquor Store
Alcohol
Papa's Pizza
Fast Food
White Castle
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Captain Jay's Fish & Chicken
Fast Food
Vintage Market
Alcohol
McDonald's
Fast Food
Fitness (3) F
Planet Fitness
Gym
Garden City Civic Center
Community Centre
Maplewood Community / Senior Center
Community Centre
Planet Fitness
Gym
LA Fitness
Gym
Inkster Housing Commission Multipurpose Center
Community Centre
Bounce It Up
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Redford Community Center
Community Centre
Hype Recreation Center
Gym
Sokol Cultural Center
Community Centre
Redford Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (2) F
ALDI
Grocery Store
Patel Brothers
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Fod Max Supermarket
Grocery Store
Heartland Marketplace
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Palace Super Market
Grocery Store
Elsayed Meat Market
Butcher
Express Poultry & Fish
Butcher
Greenland Market
Grocery Store
Le Cakery Bake Shop
Bakery
Kroger
Grocery Store
Aldi
Grocery Store
Papaya Fruit Market
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Liquor Store
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Larry's Foodland
Grocery Store
Meijer
Grocery Store
Joe Randazzo's Fruit and Vegetables
Grocery Store
Baker's Acre
Bakery
Zerbos Health Foods
Grocery Store
Parks (31) A+
Burger Development Center (razed)
Park
Kiwanis Park
Park
Moeller Park
Park
City Park
Park
Florence Park
Park
Maple Grove Recreation Area
Park
Manor Park
Park
Rotary Park
Park
Kennedy Park
Park
Helen Park
Park
Bel-Aire Park
Park
Sherwood Recreation Area
Park
Merriman Hollow Recreation Area
Park
Hawthorn Ridge Recreation Area
Park
Middlebelt Hill
Park
Valley View Recreation Area
Park
Arcola Park
Park
Parkwood Playground
Park
Voss Park
Park
Jaycee Park
Park
Elm Grove Recreation Area
Park
Manor Park
Park
Samuel J. Corrado Park
Park
Hubbard Park
Park
Dozier Recreation Center
Park
Shops (39) A+
Advanced Fuel Stop
Convenience Store
Dollar Castle
Discount Store
Pagetec AT&T
Electronics
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Gabis Beauty Salon
Hairdresser
Elite Eyecare Centers
Optician
International Bike Shop
Bicycle
House of Pets
Pets
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Supercuts
Hairdresser
Craftique
Furniture
Cato
Clothing
Boost Mobile
Electronics
Garden City Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
NYC to the D
Hairdresser
Mobil Mart
Convenience Store
SIAT
Beauty
Lavi Salon
Hairdresser
Dollar Kingdom
Discount Store
BP Shop
Convenience Store
Boost Mobile
Electronics
Levels
Clothing
Summertime Styles Salon
Hairdresser
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commute A

Of all people who commute, 0.1% take public transportation in Garden City.
Public Transit Stops (59)
Stops & Stations A+
Ford / Henry Ruff (EB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Henry Ruff (WB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Shotka (EB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Shotka (WB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Brandt (WB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Dillon (EB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Brandt (EB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Dillon (WB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Merriman (EB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Merriman (WB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Middlebelt (WB)
Bus Stop
Middlebelt / Ford (SB)
Bus Stop
Middlebelt / John Hauk (NB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Merriman NS (EB)
Bus Stop
Middlebelt / Ford (NB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Middlebelt (EB)
Bus Stop
Middlebelt / Beechwood (NB)
Bus Stop
Middlebelt / Hennepin (NB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Moeller (WB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Moeller NS (EB)
Bus Stop
Middlebelt / Marquette (NB)
Bus Stop
Middlebelt / Block (NB)
Bus Stop
Middlebelt / Marquette (SB)
Bus Stop
Ford / Chevy Dealership (WB)
Bus Stop
Middlebelt / Sheridan (NB)
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.1% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Garden City is 93/100 - which is 4% higher than Michigan.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. B+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime A+

Garden City crime rates are 1,011 per 100k, which is 49% lower than Michigan
Property Crime
869 crimes per 100k A
Violent Crime
142 crimes per 100k A+
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employment C-

The median income in Garden City is $57,011 - which is 12% higher than Michigan.
Med. Household Income
$57,011 D
Unemployment Rate
4.0% D+
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health B-

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (11)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Oakwood Healthcare Center - Garden City
Doctor
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Sav-On Drugs
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Family Dentistry
Dentist
Garden City Fire Station
Fire Station
Beaumont Urgent Care
Clinic
Garden City Police
Police
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Golani Dental Center, PLC
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Garden City Hospital
Hospital
Carriage Hill Clinic
Doctor
City of Westland Station No. 7
Fire Station
IHA Medical Group
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Oakwood Healthcare Center - Westland
Doctor
Walter P. Reuther Psychiatric Hospital
Hospital
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
LifeCare Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Henry Ford Medical Center - Westland
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Wayne County Sheriff
Police
Air Quality
Median Air Quality F
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housing A+

Garden City home prices are $119,900 - which is 6% lower than Michigan
Home Price
$119,900 F
Home Appreciation Rate
31% A+
Home Affordability
2.1x (home price to income ratio) A+
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schools D-

The Garden City graduation rate is 81% - which is 6% lower than Michigan
School Test Scores
38% F
High School Grad. Rates
81% D+
Elementary Schools (6) F
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus
Tipton Academy 47
American International Academy Elementary
Lathers Early Childhood And Kindergarten Center
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus
St Matthew Lutheran School
Tipton Academy Pk3
David Hicks School
Hayes Elementary School
Farmington 56 Campus
Eugene B Elliott Elem School
Dreamy Islamic Academy
American International Academy Upper Elementary
Inkster Preparatory Academy
Cooper Upper Elementary School
Wildwood Elementary School
Thomas A Edison Elem School
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center
American International Academy Middlehigh
Kinloch Elementary School
Universal Learning Academy
Adams Upper Elementary School
Grant Elementary School
John Marshall Upper Elementary School
High Schools (3) F
Garden City High School
Tipton Academy 47
Cambridge High School
W Wayne Skill Center
Lutheran High School Westland
American International Academy Middlehigh
Franklin High School
Huron Valley Lutheran High School
Universal Learning Academy
Crestwood High School
John Glenn High School
Divine Child High School
William Ford Careertech Center
Burger Development Center
Wayne Memorial High School
Tinkham Alternative Education
Westwood Virtual Academy
Star International Academy
St Joseph'S Catholic School
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Robichaud Senior High School
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ratings A-

Garden City has an overall rating of 80% from 7 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes A
User Surveys (6)
From AreaVibes A-
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Garden City, MI Area Guide

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Garden City Area Facts

  • Garden City has a Livability Score of 83/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Garden City crime rates are 49% lower than the Michigan average
  • Cost of living in Garden City is 4% higher than the Michigan average

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Garden City Michigan: Detroit's Sister City 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) I had a great stay while living in Garden City Michigan, Detroit’s sister suburbs. I always felt secure in the city as well as neighboring areas. Crime is not an issue in the village that we have grown to know as Garden City. The living index is somewhat high nationally but is ...Read More about average for the state. Newcomers may find it a little arduous to find above par school curriculum for their families, however, the teachers are generally professional and extremely helpful.

Many do not realize how much history Garden City has behind it. The town opened the first Kmart retail store in 1962. It also is home to the first and oldest Little Caesars on Cherry Hill Road, and the first eat-in McDonald’s. In my opinion, these are some of the best areas in Garden City. The city has a lot of appeal for families but does not have much to offer in the form of entertainment or amenities. This can easily be resolved by venturing out to Detroit or other metro areas. Read Less
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      B- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Garden City? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Burger Development Center (razed)
      Kiwanis Park
      Moeller Park
      City Park
      Florence Park
      Maple Grove Recreation Area
      Manor Park
      Rotary Park

      Entertainment

      MJR Westland Grand Cinema 16
      Westland Bowl
      Las Tres Rocas (MTB feature)
      Tree Climb Feature
      Old Michigan Theater
      Wayne Historical Museum

      Food & Drink

      Subway
      Arby's
      McDonald's
      Garden City Cafe
      Joe D's
      Taco Bell
      Dairy Queen
      A&W

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Garden City? Of all people who commute, 0.1% take public transportation in Garden City.
      Drive to Work
      84%

      8% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Garden City? The cost of living in Garden City is 93/100 - which is 4% higher than Michigan.
      Garden City
      93

      7% less expensive than average

      Michigan
      89

      11% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Garden City? Garden City crime rates are 1,011, which are 49% lower than Michigan
      Total Crime
      1,011 per 100k people

      56% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 99

      56% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -16%

      Year over year crime is down

      C- Employment

      What is the median income in Garden City? The median income in Garden City is $57,011 which is 12% higher than Michigan.
      Median household income
      $57,0113% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $28,0166% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      14% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Garden City a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Garden City Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Rite Aid
      Sav-On Drugs

      Doctors

      Carriage Hill Clinic
      Oakwood Healthcare Center - Garden City

      A+ Housing

      What are Garden City home prices? Garden City home prices are $119,900 - which is 6% lower than Michigan
      Median home value
      $119,90035% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $9672% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      80%

      25% higher than the US average

      D- Schools

      Does Garden City have good schools? The Garden City graduation rate is 81% - which is 6% lower than Michigan
      High school grad. rates
      81%

      2% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      38%

      22% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      16:1

      2% higher than the US average

      A- User Ratings

      Is Garden City a good place to live? Garden City has an overall rating of 80% from 7 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      80%

      7 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      80%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      79%

      6 total surveys

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