Question 1

Is Troy, MI or Warren, MI cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Warren, MI is cheaper. The median home price in Troy, MI is approximately $284,200 and in Warren, MI it is approximately $191,000 — a difference of $93,200.

Question 2

Is Troy, MI or Warren, MI safer?

Accepted Answer

Troy, MI scores higher on safety. Troy, MI has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated Moderate. Warren, MI has violent crime rated High and property crime rated High.

Question 3

Is Troy, MI or Warren, MI more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Troy, MI is more walkable. Troy, MI has a Walk Score of 41/100 and Warren, MI has a Walk Score of 3/100.

Question 4

Which has better schools, Troy, MI or Warren, MI?

Accepted Answer

Troy, MI has higher-rated schools. Troy, MI has a school rating of 6.8/10 and Warren, MI has a rating of 6.4/10.

Question 5

Should I live in Troy, MI or Warren, MI?

Accepted Answer

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

Category	Troy, MI	Warren, MI
Housing
Verdict	Think twice	Good for now
Median Price	$284K	$191K ✓ Lower price
Median Rent	$1K	$1K ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$86K ✓ Higher income	$76K
Price Volatility	Moderate	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	41/100 ✓ More walkable	3/100
Transit Score	10/100	17/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	N/A	N/A
Commute	26 min ✓ Shorter commute	28 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	D+ ✓ Safer	F
Violent Crime	Moderate ✓ Lower risk	High
Property Crime	Moderate ✓ Lower risk	High
Flood Risk	High	Low ✓ Lower risk
Air Quality	Moderate	Moderate
Community
Schools	6.8/10 ✓ Better schools	6.4/10
Best for	FamiliesCommuters to DetroitRetirees seeking quiet	Families looking for affordable homesCommuters to DetroitRetirees wanting a quiet suburb

Troy, MI vs Warren, MI

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