Washtenaw County Public RecordsMichigan

Washtenaw County, MI, reported a crime rate of 2,650 incidents per 100,000 residents in 2022, below the national average of 2,900. Property crimes made up 75%, including 1,345 burglaries and 3,200 thefts, while violent crimes totaled 525, including 7 homicides and 125 robberies. Local law enforcement employs community policing and transparent crime reporting. Despite occasional theft and burglary spikes, Washtenaw County’s overall crime and safety rates remain better than many Michigan urban centers, encouraging ongoing prevention efforts and neighborhood collaboration.

Washtenaw County, MI, with over 290,000 registered voters as of 2024, holds elections for local, state, and federal offices. In the 2020 presidential election, voter turnout was approximately 77%. There are 69 polling locations countywide. Issues such as affordable housing and public transit often appear on ballots. The County Clerk/Register oversees election administration, ensuring compliance with Michigan law. Democratic and Republican parties are both active, with Democrats receiving 72% of the presidential vote in 2020. Early voting and absentee ballots are popular options; in 2022, over 55% voted absentee.

As of 2023, Washtenaw County, MI, has an estimated population of about 372,000. The median age is approximately 34. Gender distribution is nearly equal, with 50.6% female and 49.4% male. Racially, the population is 73% White, 12% Black or African American, 10% Asian, and 5% Hispanic or Latino, with other races and multiracial individuals making up the remainder. The county includes the city of Ann Arbor, home to the University of Michigan, contributing to a diverse and relatively young demographic profile.

Washtenaw County, MI boasts strong educational attainment, with 52.6% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The county is served by over 20 high schools and home to the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University. Public school graduation rates average 90%, while elementary and high schools score 7/10 or higher on GreatSchools.org. Adult education programs are widely available through Washtenaw Community College. School safety measures have improved, with incidents below the state average. Robust STEAM and advanced placement programs further enhance learning opportunities.

As of 2022, Washtenaw County, MI had an employment rate of 63.5%, with approximately 190,000 residents in the labor force. Major employment sectors include education and health services (29%), professional and business services (17%), and trade, transportation, and utilities (13%). Common occupations are in management, business, science, and arts (54.7%). Around 77% of workers commute by car, averaging 22 minutes, with most employed within the county, particularly in Ann Arbor, the home of the University of Michigan, a major local employer.

Washtenaw County, MI, features a homeownership rate of about 59% and a median home value of $340,000 as of early 2024. Median rent is around $1,300 per month. Housing types range from Ann Arbor’s urban apartments to Ypsilanti’s historic single-family homes. Popular neighborhoods include Burns Park in Ann Arbor and Depot Town in Ypsilanti. Property values have risen roughly 5% year-over-year. Property tax rates average 1.85%, meaning annual taxes are approximately $6,300 on a median-valued home, contributing to relatively high housing costs in the region.