Warren
cityWarren, Michigan, located in Macomb County, is a major suburb of Detroit, lying approximately 13 miles north of downtown. As the largest city in Macomb County and the third-largest in Michigan, Warren had a population of 139,387 in 2020. Recent estimates suggest a slight decline, with a 2026 population of 136,925. Warren is known for its industrial base and diverse community, blending a mix of residential neighborhoods with commercial and industrial areas. Warren's economy is driven by a variety of sectors, including automotive manufacturing, technology, and defense. The city is home to the General Motors Technical Center, the United States Army Detroit Arsenal, and many other businesses. These institutions contribute significantly to the local economy and provide employment opportunities for residents. Macomb Community College also plays a vital role in fostering education and professional development within the city. Warren's history is rooted in its early establishment as Beebe's Corners in 1830, evolving from a rural settlement to a major industrial hub. The city's growth was significantly influenced by the automotive industry and its role in World War II, leading to a population boom. Today, Warren continues to adapt and diversify its economy while maintaining a strong sense of community and cultural vibrancy, offering numerous parks, recreational facilities, and community events.
Warren, Michigan
- Classification
- City
- FIPS Code
- 26-84000
- Country
- United States
- County
- Macomb
- Region
- Southeastern Michigan
- Elevation
- 620 ft
- Total Area
- 34.434 sq mi
- Land Area
- 34.377 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0.056 sq mi
- Latitude
- 42.5125
- Longitude
- -83.025
- Climate
- Humid continental climate with average annual temperature around 50-51°F. Experiences about 126 days of rain and 44.5 days of snowfall annually.
- Notable Features
- West of Lake St. Clair
- Neighboring Areas
- Detroit · Center Line · Sterling Heights · Troy
- Population (2020)
- 139,387
- Est. Population (2024)
- 137,686
- Median Age
- 38.3
- Median Income
- $64,016
- Poverty Rate
- 14.77%
- Family Households
- 61.1%
- Owner-Occupied
- 71.1%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial makeup of Warren includes 58.75% White, 21.86% Black or African American, 12.72% Asian, 0.32% Native American, 0.79% Other race and 5.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 2.44% of the population.
- Government Type
- Strong Mayor
- Governing Body
- City Council
- Body Size
- 7 members
- School District
- Warren Consolidated Schools, Warren Woods Public Schools, Van Dyke Public Schools
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire · Public Works · Parks & Recreation · Library · Assessing Department · Building Division · Engineering Division · Planning Department · Property Maintenance Division · Sanitation Division · Wastewater Treatment · Water and Sewer System















- Unemployment Rate
- 5.9%
- Economic Profile
- Industrial · Manufacturing · Commercial · Residential
- Employment Sectors
- Automotive · Defense · Technology · Healthcare · Retail
- Major Employers
- General Motors · U.S. Army TACOM · Chrysler · St. John Macomb Hospital · Henry Ford Bi-County Hospital · Macomb Community College
- Schools
- 23
- Students
- 12,685
- Teachers
- 704
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Graduation Rate
- 86%
- School Districts
- Warren Consolidated Schools · Warren Woods Public Schools · Van Dyke Public Schools
- Colleges & Universities
- Macomb Community College · Ross Medical Education Center-Warren
- Transportation
- Interstate access · M-97 (Groesbeck Highway) · Mound Road · Chicago Road
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Sewer system · Broadband
- Major Facilities
- St. John Macomb Hospital · Henry Ford Bi-County Hospital · Warren Community Center
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Warren Community Center Indoor Waterpark · Warren City Square · Dozens of city parks
- Parks & Trails
- City parks with playgrounds, pavilions, baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts
- Founded
- 1830
- Incorporated
- 1957
- Named After
- Rev. Abel Warren, a War of 1812 veteran and frontier cleric. Another version says it was named for General Joseph Warren.
- Historical Significance
- Evolved from a rural settlement to a major industrial center, playing a significant role in the automotive and defense industries.
- Key Events
- Beebe's Corners founded in 1830 · Warren Township organized in 1837 · Became Village of Warren in 1893 · City status achieved in 1957
