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Livonia, MI
Livonia · Wayne County · MI 48150
Updated June 22, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$216K
Median Price
9/100
Walk Score
7.1/10
Schools
29 min
to Detroit, MI
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
71/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
9/100
WYLT Score64/100
Our Take
Livonia offers reasonable housing prices, good schools and a short drive into Detroit, but it’s almost entirely car‑dependent and has limited public transit or nightlife. If you’re a commuter or a family who can drive, it’s doable, but if you want a walkable, vibrant community you’ll need to look elsewhere.
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The Good
- ✓Average of 7.1 school rating
- ✓Median home price ($215k) is lower than Detroit core
- ✓29‑minute commute to downtown Detroit
- ✓Low flood risk (X)
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 9 means you’ll need a car for almost everything
- !Transit options are virtually nonexistent
- !Limited dining and nightlife options
- !Property taxes in the area can be relatively high
- $Annual property tax bill
- $Higher insurance due to suburban development
- $Fuel costs from daily commute
Best For
Families who need good schoolsCommuters to DetroitRetirees looking for affordable housingRemote workers who prefer a quiet suburb
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Livonia, MI
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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