Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
20%
Dewitt, MI
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,298
Population
4,983
Renter Mix
20% Rent
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DeWitt, Michigan sits just north of Lansing, giving residents easy access to Michigan's state capital while holding on to its own laid-back, small-town feel. The area around DeWitt Charter Township has grown steadily over the years, drawing people who want proximity to downtown Lansing's government offices, Michigan State University in East Lansing, and a growing healthcare and education sector without trading away quieter streets and open space.
Neighborhoods here range from established subdivisions with tree-lined streets to newer developments that reflect the area's continued growth. That range in housing carries over to the rental market, where prospective renters can find single-family rentals, townhomes, and well-maintained apartment communities that offer more square footage than you'd typically find in denser urban markets. Options tend to lean toward garden-style and low-rise buildings set against greenbelt backdrops, giving the area a spacious feel even in denser pockets.
DeWitt Charter Township has earned recognition as one of Michigan's top-rated school districts, which adds a layer of long-term appeal to the community. Residents are never far from the energy of Lansing, yet DeWitt holds its own identity as a place where the pace slows down just enough to make everyday life feel a little more intentional.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$93,901
Average: $113,872
Education
1,747
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,635
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Dewitt has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Dewitt, MI is $797 for a studio, $1,277 for one bedroom, $1,588 for two bedrooms, and $2,103 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Dewitt has increased by 8.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,277/month
750 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Dewitt, MI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
457 Students
Herbison Woods Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
483 Students
Schavey Road Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
508 Students
Fuerstenau Early Childhood Center
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades 6-8
766 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
960 Students
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Impression 5 Science Center
- Michigan Wetland Management District
- Potter Park Zoo
- W.J. Beal Botanical Garden
- Michigan State University Museum
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Capital Region International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.