Farmington Hills

Welcome to Farmington Hills

More than 80,000 residents love to call Farmington Hills home. This welcoming, diverse community is the second largest city in Oakland County - the most prosperous county in Michigan. Farmington Hills serves as a major business center for the greater Detroit area. The business community is diverse as well, ranging from large international corporations to small entrepreneurial start-ups.

Pair natural beauty and an array of recreational and cultural programs for all ages with safe neighborhoods and an ultra-convenient location, and an ideal place to live, work and play emerges. And with housing options to suit every lifestyle and price range, Farmington Hills is one of the most sought-after locations in southeastern Michigan.

A Brief History of Farmington Hills

Arthur Power, a Quaker from Farmington, New York, was the first settler in what became Farmington Township. The settlement was originally known as Quakertown. In 1826, two years after Arthur Power cleared the land of Quakertown, Farmington Post Office was established. Today, the post office still stands and is a historic site.

Farmington incorporated as a village in 1866, and as a city in 1926. Two other villages, Quakerton and Wood Creek Farms, and the remainder of Farmington incorporated into the City of Farmington Hills in 1973.

Founders Festival is an annual fair gathering held in mid-July to celebrate Farmington’s history. The festival is held in downtown Farmington and is filled with arts and crafts, entertainment shows, great food, friends, family, and fun.

The Culture and Charm of Farmington Hills

Farmington Hills has so much to offer residents, including a recently renovated downtown area, historic charm, boutiques, a vintage cinema, an assortment of restaurants, art galleries, and more than 600 acres of public parks. The community-oriented city also offers a wide variety of cultural and recreational programs for all ages.

Popular Nearby Attractions Include

Heritage Park
Farmington Hills Nature Center
Founders Sports Park
The Costick Center
Farmington Hills Golf Club
Farmington Hills Ice Arena
Jon Grant Community Center
Farmington Community Library
Historical sites such as Longacre House and the Governor Warner Mansion
Holocaust Memorial Center - only Holocaust memorial in the state of Michigan
William Grace Dog Park
and much, much more!

Convenient Location in Southeastern Michigan

Farmington Hills has easy access to major roadways such as M-5, Orchard Lake Road, 12 Mile Road, 8 Mile Road, Northwestern Highway, I-696 and I-275.The city contains several freeway interchanges connecting local roads to the two interstates, placing residents only a short drive away from neighboring cities such as downtown Plymouth, Detroit, and Ann Arbor. Plus, your everyday necessities are just right around the corner.

A Safe City With Excellent Schools

Residents of all ages will feel safe and at home in Farmington Hills. Currently, Farmington Hills is ranked as the 19th safest city in the nation, and consistently ranks high on this list.

Additionally, quality education is extremely important to residents of Farmington Hills. The city is served by top-notch Farmington Public School System, which ranks nationally in the top 16 percent of all school districts. There are also several nearby options for private schools, all of which have academic performances which consistently exceed state and national averages.

Extracurricular activities are also an important part of education for residents of Farmington Hills.

Fun Fact: Nike honored Harrison High School Football Coach John Herrington and the Harrison Hawks football team for having one of the top 50 football programs in the country.

Overview for Farmington Hills, MI

83,749 people live in Farmington Hills, where the median age is 42.1 and the average individual income is $50,287. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

83,749

Total Population

42.1 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$50,287

Average individual Income

Around Farmington Hills, MI

There's plenty to do around Farmington Hills, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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32

Somewhat Bikeable

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including My Dad Nick's Copper Country Pasty Factory, Hersh's, and Comicade.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the My Dad Nick's Copper Country Pasty Factory page on Yelp Search 19161 Merriman Rd on Google Maps	Dining	4.2 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hersh's page on Yelp Search 6901 Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	3.68 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Comicade page on Yelp Search 27855 Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	1.32 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fuse45 - West Bloomfield page on Yelp Search 6381-D Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.17 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Crossfit Frostbite page on Yelp Search 24756 Crestview Ct on Google Maps	Active	2.71 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 9Round - Farmington Hills page on Yelp Search 29220 Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.03 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Michigan Center For Capoeira page on Yelp Search 27881 Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.29 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Play-X-Scape page on Yelp Search 23325 Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.86 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the True Martial Arts page on Yelp Search 6363 Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.2 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Five Lakes CrossFit page on Yelp Search 24273 Indoplex Cir on Google Maps	Active	1.34 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the F45 Training - North Livonia page on Yelp Search 19716 Haggerty Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.79 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Stretch Zone page on Yelp Search 6385 Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.18 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Everbrook Academy of West Bloomfield page on Yelp Search 6799 Daly Road on Google Maps	Active	3.66 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Makeup Studio page on Yelp Search 6034 W Maple Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.93 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Smooth Skin page on Yelp Search 6346 Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.15 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salon Depth page on Yelp Search 39555 Orchard Hill Pl on Google Maps	Beauty	4.25 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hollibeauty Salon Studio page on Yelp Search 43227 Crescent Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.87 miles	19 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Aesthetic Art page on Yelp Search 6714 Orchard Lake Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.82 miles	32 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Belle Skin Spa page on Yelp Search 21999 Farmington Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.25 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the DeRosa Plastic Surgery page on Yelp Search 33200 West 14 Mile Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.94 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Farmington Hills, MI

Population Households Employment

Farmington Hills has 35,628 households, with an average household size of 2.33. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Farmington Hills do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 83,749 people call Farmington Hills home. The population density is 2,517.38 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

83,749

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.1

Median Age

49.47 / 50.53%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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75+ Years

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35,628

Total Households

2.33

Average Household Size

$50,287

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Farmington Hills, MI

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The following schools are within or nearby Farmington Hills. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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