Romulus Public RecordsMichigan

Romulus, Wayne County, MI, serves over 2,300 students in the Romulus Community Schools district, which includes one high school (Romulus Senior High). The high school graduation rate is around 80%, while about 14% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district operates five schools with an average GreatSchools score of 4/10. Safety initiatives and diverse programs like STEM and adult education courses are offered, aiming to improve academic outcomes.

Romulus, MI, located in Wayne County, is a transportation hub, home to Detroit Metropolitan Airport—one of the city’s major employers. Around 87% of Romulus residents commute by car, with an average commute time of 24.9 minutes. Public transit is limited, with less than 1% using it for work, and vehicle ownership is high: about 93% of households own at least one vehicle. The city features direct access to I-94, I-275, and multiple freight rail lines, supporting significant logistics and manufacturing activity concentrated around the airport and major industrial parks.

Romulus, Wayne County, MI, has a homeownership rate of about 62%, with median home values around $165,000 as of 2023. Rental rates average $1,100/month. The city’s housing stock consists mainly of single-family homes and some apartments, with popular neighborhoods like Wayne and Beverly. Home values have increased by roughly 6% over the past year. Property taxes average 2.6% of assessed value. Romulus offers affordable living compared to nearby Detroit, attracting both homeowners and renters.

As of the 2020 Census, Romulus, Wayne County, MI, had a population of approximately 25,712. The racial/ethnic makeup was about 50% White, 41% Black or African American, 4% Hispanic or Latino, 1% Asian, and 4% two or more races. The gender distribution was nearly even, with about 51% female and 49% male. The median age was roughly 38 years, reflecting a mix of families, young adults, and seniors in the community.

Romulus, Wayne County, MI, has limited in-city healthcare facilities, with no major hospitals; residents often access services at Beaumont Hospital–Wayne (6 miles away) and Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital (13 miles away). Several local clinics, such as Western Wayne Family Health Centers, serve the community. Approximately 11% of Romulus residents lack health insurance (compared to the 6% Michigan average). The population of ~25,000 is 52% White, 40% Black, and 7% Hispanic. Common health issues include diabetes, hypertension, and asthma. Primary care physician ratio is about 1:2,900 residents, indicating moderate provider availability.