Every parent wants to raise a healthy child, and some communities make it easier than others.
The ease of access to health care, outdoor spaces and recreation facilities are factors for many families when it comes to choosing where to plant roots. Luckily, Niche, a website offering rankings and statistics on towns, schools and colleges, also publishes a ranking of the healthiest places to live. See the rankings below to find out how towns in Macomb County stack up.
These statistics were calculated based on factors like obesity rates, alcohol consumption, access to health care and more. Data for these categories come from the CDC and the U.S. Census. You can find the full methodology here.
Read more: Best Places to Raise a Family in Macomb County
Here are the top 10 healthiest places to live in Macomb County on the list.
1. Warren
- Average home value: $169,300
- Population: 138,588
Warren snags the top spot in Macomb County when it comes to healthy living. Closeby hospitals make getting a check up simple and its many parks mean families can spend more time outdoors.
2. St. Clair Shores
- Average home value: $181,300
- Population: 58,656
St. Clair Shores offers residents a safe place to live as well as access to Lake St. Clair. The city is well known for its “Nautical Mile” along Jefferson Avenue.
3. Clinton Township
- Average home value: $198,800
- Population: 100,107
Clinton Township brings vibrant suburban atmosphere, abundant recreational amenities, and the high homeownership rate that fosters a stable and engaged community.
4. Utica
- Average home value: $199,600
- Population: 5,195
This healthy suburb boasts a small historic district as well as many walking paths and small shops. Utica earns an “A-” in the public schools category from Niche.
5. Sterling Heights
- Average home value: $243,400
- Population: 133,744
As the second largest suburb in Metro Detroit, and the fourth largest city in Michigan, Sterling Heights has many healthy options for families. Niche gives it a “B” in the public schools category and an “A-” in the “good for families” category.
6. Shelby Charter Township
- Average home value: $316,400
- Population: 79,407
With a spread out, suburban feel, Shelby Charter Township offers families excellent public schools, good outdoor activities and many restaurants.
7. Armada
- Average home value: $236,300
- Population: 2,039
Armada’s annual fair is well attended for its live music, carnival rides, livestock exhibitions and more. Armada is a good choice for families looking for a peaceful small town to plant roots.
8. Washington Township
- Average home value: $366,100
- Population: 28,176
Washington Township’s proximity to Stony Creek Metropark is a huge plus for outdoorsy families. The suburb’s public schools are also ranked highly.
9. New Baltimore
- Average home value: $283,500
- Population: 12,104
Located on Lake St. Clair, New Baltimore offers residents many family activities, including access to beaches, fishing and boating. In 2016, the state’s largest and tallest flagpole was erected at the Walter and Mary Burke Park.
10. Armada Township
- Average home value: $289,500
- Population: 5,317
For families who enjoy the peace and quiet, Armada Township is a great option. This suburb is one of the furthest from the bustle of Detroit.
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