Wyoming
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Wyoming is a partly walkable city, part of Wyoming Public Schools and about 5 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $285,000.
162 homes for sale·Median $285K·Walkability 4.6/10·Schools 4.0/10
What might surprise you about Wyoming is that it's not some sleepy suburb—it's actually the second-largest city in West Michigan with about 77,000 people, and it punches way above its weight when it comes to commerce and culture. The 28th Street corridor here is one of Michigan's most commercially dense roadways, stretching 3½ miles and packed with restaurants, shops, and businesses; you'll find an exceptional concentration of Hispanic restaurants and Latin American supermarkets in the Grand Rapids area along this stretch, which makes it genuinely distinct. Rogers Plaza, built in 1961, was Michigan's first indoor shopping mall and one of the earliest in the whole country—that's the kind of place that shaped how people shop. These days the main hub is Rivertown Crossings Mall with its movie theater and 50+ stores, but the real character is still out on 28th Street, where the annual Metro Cruise celebrates the road's history as a significant Michigan thoroughfare with a three-day automobile parade and car show. Beyond the commercial side, there's a careful blending of urban life with nature through parks like Palmer Park, Buck Creek Nature Area, and Lamar Park scattered throughout residential neighborhoods, and Jackson Park is just an 8-minute walk away if you want quick access to green space. You're within 11 minutes of downtown Grand Rapids if you need that pull, with restaurants and grocers literally steps from most neighborhoods. The Wyoming Public Schools district serves the area, and the Wyoming Public Library is the highest-attended branch in the entire Kent District system—a sign of how engaged the community is.
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Why people love it here
Near the water
- Millennium Park Lake — 0.7 mi
- 30 parks within 1 mile
- Buck Creek Nature Preserve: 14 min walk
- Oriole Park: 15 min walk
$72K median household income
- $285K median · 778 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Wyoming
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,935/mo
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778 homes sold in Wyoming this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Jackson Park
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Millennium Park Lake
0.7 mi
Median Income
$72K
Household
Median Sale · Houses
$280K
695 sales in last 12mo
Median Sale · Condos
$335K
83 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,450/mo
$1,325 – $1,575 · estimated range
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Barrel House Party Store
+1 more
YoChef's Kitchen
+1 more
BIGGBY COFFEE
3 Gatos Brewery
+1 more
Buck Creek Nature Preserve
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Whispering Springs Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Tennyson Drive Southwest
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Chateau Estates Area Trail
Grandville Launch
Anytime Fitness
+1 more
44th/Burlingame (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens
KDL Wyoming Branch
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Celebration! Cinema RiverTown Crossings
Based on 21 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Wyoming Public Schools
In 2024, the most common reported offenses in Wyoming were larceny / theft (1,664 per 100,000 residents) and aggravated assault (345 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting — with a comparison to similar-size Michigan cities below.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.004% of the population, roughly 1 in 25,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 1,664 |
| Aggravated assault | 345 |
| Burglary | 270 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 228 |
| Rape | 80 |
| Robbery | 49 |
| Arson | 8 |
| Homicide | 4 |
How Wyoming compares to similar-size Michigan cities
| City | Population | Violent /100k | Property /100k |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westland | 81,727 | 458 | 1,374 |
| Flint | 79,182 | 1,267 | 1,341 |
| Wyoming | 77,685 | 478 | 2,170 |
| Rochester Hills | 75,947 | 92 | 533 |
| Southfield | 75,453 | 497 | 2,445 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Wyoming Police Department, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Comparison cities are the nearest in population, ordered by size — not ranked by crime. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Wyoming home (around $285,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $48k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,787 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Wyoming household earns $72,163 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $453,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,787/mo | $47,654 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,077/mo | $55,383 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,174/mo | $57,980 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price and median property taxes, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
2 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$127K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$117K
Per listing
Multifamily for sale
Listings
10 buildings
Active / pending
Median Price
$505K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$133K
Median
Who actually lends in Wyoming, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$877/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,398 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Garbage supplied by individual contractors to homeowners; city runs yard-waste drop-off.
Wyoming Department of Public Safety (Police)
Police/fire administration merged into Dept of Public Safety in 2014.
Source: wyomingmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Wyoming are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
Median Income
$72K
Home Value (Census)
$204K
Expected Rent
$1,450/mo
$1,325 – $1,575 · estimated range
🛒 Grocery(30)
Big Top Market
Grocery Store
Barrel House Party Store
Grocery Store
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(15)
Restaurant
Elie’s Ice Cream
Restaurant
Speedy Cafe
Restaurant
Garciastreetdogs
Restaurant
Far East Restaurant
Restaurant
+10 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(26)
Oriole Park Elementary School
School
West Elementary School
School
Wyoming Intermediate School
Holy Trinity School
Gladiola Elementary School
School
+21 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(10)
Anytime Fitness
Fitness Center
Transformation Personal Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
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Living in Wyoming: the details
Is Wyoming a good place to live?
Wyoming is a strong fit if you want a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids and green space nearby — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, some shops, cafés and parks are within walking distance, but most errands mean a short drive. This city is part of Wyoming Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $285,000.
What does it cost to live in Wyoming?
The typical home in Wyoming goes for around $285,000. There are 162 homes for sale here right now and 778 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Wyoming
- What do homes cost in Wyoming?
- The median home value in Wyoming is about $285,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Wyoming housing market?
- there are 162 homes for sale in Wyoming right now, and 778 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Wyoming?
- Wyoming is served by Wyoming Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Wyoming High School (5/10).
- Is Wyoming walkable?
- Wyoming scores 4.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
