Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
45-54 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
21%
Avg Rent
$1,425
Population
85,635
Renter Mix
27% Rent
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.
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.
Median Household Income
$114,281
Average: $139,131
Education
40,772
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
43,954
Workers Employed
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.
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
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.
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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† 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.
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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.
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