Royal Oak city, Michigan
Royal Oak city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Royal Oak city is a geographic entity located in Oakland County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 57,583. The land area covers 11.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 57,583 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 29,110 | ±748 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 31,130 | ±730 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 29,110 | ±748 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,020 | ±408 |
| Median Home Value | $328,700 | ±$5,973 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,381 | ±$47 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,109 | ±$3,325 |
| Per Capita Income | $66,293 | ±$2,479 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% | ±0.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,574 | ±539 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 36,008 | ±867 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95% | ±1.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 58,251 (2024)
ID: 166767
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY CLERK
PO BOX 64, ROYAL OAK MI 48068-0064
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GUS Population: 1,296,888 (2024)
ID: 166606
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF OF FISCAL SERVICES
2100 PONTIAC LAKE RD, WATERFORD MI 48328
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | SOUTHFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | WARREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | DEARBORN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-12 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | WARREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WESTLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | DETROIT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ROYAL OAK, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BEAUMONT HOSPITAL ROYAL OAK
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Hospital | City address association | 3601 W THIRTEEN MILE RD, ROYAL OAK, MI, 48073 |
(248) 898-5400
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Elevate Salon Institute
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College Vocational | 1.3 mi away | 4050 Crooks Rd., Royal Oak, MI, 48073 |
2489653353
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ROYAL OAK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 222 EAST ELEVEN MILE ROAD, ROYAL OAK, MI, 48067 |
(248) 246-3700
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David Pressley School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 2.0 mi away | 1127 S Washington St, Royal Oak, MI, 48067-3219 |
2485485090
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BERKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 3155 COOLIDGE HIGHWAY, BERKLEY, MI, 48072 |
(248) 658-3440
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Dorsey College
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College | 2.7 mi away | 31739 John R Road, Madison Heights, MI, 48071 |
2485859200
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HUNTINGTON WOODS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 26415 SCOTIA ROAD, HUNTINGTON WOODS, MI, 48070 |
(248) 543-9720
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Carnegie Institute
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College | 2.8 mi away | 550 Stephenson Hwy Suite 100, Troy, MI, 48083 |
2485891078
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BLAIR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 416 NORTH MAIN STREET, CLAWSON, MI, 48017 |
(248) 588-5500
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Motion Picture Institute
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College Vocational | 3.1 mi away | 2040 Crooks Rd, Ste.B, Troy, MI, 48084 |
2485281760
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at DETROIT CITY AP, MI US, located 10.0 miles from Royal Oak city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.4° | 19.8° | 26.1° | 1.45" | — |
| February | 35.0° | 21.0° | 28.0° | 1.41" | — |
| March | 44.9° | 28.4° | 36.6° | 2.02" | — |
| April | 57.6° | 38.6° | 48.1° | 2.82" | — |
| May | 69.5° | 49.8° | 59.7° | 3.49" | — |
| June | 79.2° | 60.2° | 69.7° | 3.10" | — |
| July | 83.5° | 64.9° | 74.2° | 3.22" | — |
| August | 81.4° | 63.7° | 72.5° | 3.10" | — |
| September | 74.3° | 55.8° | 65.1° | 3.09" | — |
| October | 61.4° | 44.7° | 53.0° | 2.30" | — |
| November | 48.2° | 34.4° | 41.3° | 2.16" | — |
| December | 37.2° | 25.8° | 31.5° | 1.73" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Berkley city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Huntington Woods city | City | 1.9 mi | — |
| Clawson city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Pleasant Ridge city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Madison Heights city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2612570040. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.