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Pontiac, MI
Pontiac · Oakland County · MI 48342
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$82K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
38 min
to Detroit, MI
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
FSafety
18/100
BSchools
75/100
FQuietness
30/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score48/100
Our Take
Pontiac offers very affordable housing and a short commute to Detroit, but the area suffers from low walkability, high crime, and a low median income. It’s not a great place for families or those who value safety and amenities. If budget is your only priority, it might be worth a closer look, but otherwise consider better options.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable homes
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Good commute to Detroit (~38 min)
- ✓Some bike infrastructure
Real Talk
- !High crime rates
- !Very low walkability
- !Median income below national average
- !Limited public transit options
- $Higher property taxes due to low values but high crime may increase insurance
- $Maintenance on older homes can be high
- $Potential future infrastructure costs
Best For
Budget-conscious buyersRentersRemote workersFirst-time homeowners
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityPoor
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
Pontiac, MI
F
Safety grade
Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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