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Melvindale, MI

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Population
12,325
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
589 ft
Median Home Value
$125,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,110/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$42,185
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Melvindale

Melvindale is a compact Downriver suburb located about six miles southwest of downtown Detroit, nestled right next to Dearborn. Home to roughly 13,000 residents, the town originally sprang up in the 1920s to house autoworkers heading to the nearby Ford River Rouge Plant. That history is still visible today in the city's neat residential neighborhoods, where classic brick bungalows and mid-century starter homes offer an approachable entry point for homebuyers.

Downriver community, MI location

For newcomers, Melvindale provides practical convenience and an easy commute across Wayne County. Quick connections to I-94 and the Southfield Freeway put downtown Detroit, suburban employment hubs, and the airport within a short drive. Families are zoned for the Melvindale-Northern Allen Park school district, and residents enjoy a quiet neighborhood feel while staying just minutes away from Dearborn's bustling dining and retail corridors.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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