Troy

Troy residents have easy access to an assortment of everyday amenities.
The City of Troy is known for its stock of medium to large properties.
Troy's City Hall features a library, community center, and an outdoor park.
Summerset Mall is a great place to hang out and people watch in Troy.
Venture through the woods at Firefighters Park in Troy.

Troy, MI Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,425

Population

85,635

Renter Mix

27% Rent

Detroit suburb contains natural and retail delights

Suburban Commuter

Located in Oakland County, Troy combines suburban comfort with metropolitan convenience. The city's rental market offers a range of housing options, from apartment communities to townhomes, with current average rents ranging from $1,302 for studios to $1,738 for two-bedroom units. The Somerset Collection, an upscale mall featuring over 180 retailers connected by a glass-enclosed skywalk, anchors the community's retail district. Neighborhoods include the historic Troy Corners district and the Big Beaver corridor, home to office complexes and restaurants. Residents enjoy access to community parks and the Troy Historic Village, which features preserved 19th-century buildings.

Troy serves as a significant business center, particularly for automotive and financial companies. The city sits 22 miles north of downtown Detroit, providing easy access to major highways and employment centers throughout the metro area. The Troy School District serves the community with several elementary and middle schools, along with Troy High School and Athens High School. Recent rent trends indicate steady growth, with most unit types showing 2-4% annual increases. The city maintains numerous parks and recreation facilities, including the Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center and Firefighters Park, offering walking trails and outdoor activities throughout the year.

Explore the City

Venture through the woods at Firefighters Park in Troy.

Residents of Troy enjoy a quiet neighborhood.

Summerset Mall is a great place to hang out and people watch in Troy.

Disc golf is a popular sport to play in Troy.

The Stage Nature Center offers many trails through the preserve in Troy.

Troy's City Hall features a library, community center, and an outdoor park.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$114,281

Average: $139,131

Education

40,772

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

43,954

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

43 Years

Largest Age Group

45-54 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

23%

Over 65

21%

Housing Distribution

Troy has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
27%
Non-Renters
73%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
44%
Other Education
56%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Troy, MI is $1,482 for a studio, $1,418 for one bedroom, $1,726 for two bedrooms, and $2,334 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Troy has decreased by -1.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,418/month
809 Sq Ft
House
$3,135/month
1,615 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,462/month
1,162 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Troy, MI is 5.8% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Troy is 7.6% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,418 - $2,334. You can expect to pay 0.9% more for groceries, 4.8% less for utilities, and 2.9% more for transportation.

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Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

Hamilton Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

436 Students

Bemis Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

472 Students

Wass Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

433 Students

Leonard Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

400 Students

Martell Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

389 Students

Boulan Park Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

823 Students

Larson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

762 Students

Baker Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

626 Students

Smith Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

611 Students

Niles Community High School

Public

Grades 6-12

233 Students

Troy High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,094 Students

Athens High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,545 Students

Niles Community High School

Public

Grades 6-12

233 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Troy Historic Village
  • Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center
  • Cranbrook Institute of Science
  • Red Oaks Nature Center and County Park
  • Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center

Airports

  • Detroit Metro Wayne County

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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 February 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.