Monroe County
City in Michigan, United States
Overview
Monroe County, situated in southeastern Michigan along Lake Erie, is a blend of historic charm, lakeside recreation, and community-focused neighborhoods. It offers a unique mix of small city living, easy access to natural attractions, and proximity to Detroit and Toledo.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Michigan
Population
46,274
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
41.92°, -83.49°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
68
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
78
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,305
Local Cost
$1,360
Local Income
$3,100
Cashless
90
English
99
Temperature
9.6°C
Summer Avg
22.0°C
Winter Avg
-3.1°C
Record High
38.4°C
Record Low
-26.6°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
879 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DTW
Distance
34 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 71/100.