FARMINGTON HILLS

Quality of Life

Farmington Hills is a progressive community with the charm and security of a small town. Our community's rich diversity, nationally recognized public schools, 600+ acres of parkland, and thriving business community, make it a great place to live, work and raise a family. The largest city in Oakland County, with a population of approximately 90,000, Farmington Hills covers 33.4 square miles of land 30 minutes from downtown Detroit . Named the third wealthiest county in per-capital income in America and the "safest city in Michigan," our small town charm combined with our thriving economy and friendly atmosphere makes Farmington Hills the perfect place to find your Washington dream home. Farmington Hills homes have a median price of $259,000 and Farmington Hills rentals have a median price of $670.

Economy

Centrally located in the world's automotive capital and Automation Alley, our community is home to a massive concentration of advanced manufacturing research, engineering and design firms that are putting Southeast Michigan on a par with other national technology centers such as Silicon Valley, Route 128 and Research Triangle. Healthcare, automotive and technology industries are the major employers, with companies like Robert Bosch Corporation, DaimlerChrysler Services North America, Allstate Insurance Co., Cingular Wireless, Motorola, Nissan and more employing a large percentage of our workforce.

Education

Three public school districts, a variety of highly accredited private schools, and multiple higher learning institutions serve Farmington Hills . For more information on the schools in the Farmington Hills area, please follow the links below:

Parks and Recreation

The City of Farmington Hills offers more than 628 acres of open space specifically designated for public use. Several recreational facilities, like the Costick Activities Center, offer the full spectrum of recreational activities, events, programs and services, such as: a swimming pool, multi-use gymnasium, three soccer fields, large meeting rooms that you can rent for a minimal fee, and so much more! The City organizes a number of activities for all-ages including bowling nights, summer camps, after-school programs, league and team sports, and " Safety Town " for the younger children. In addition to recreational activities, some special events are hosted each year including campouts, barbeques and holiday parties.

Arts and Culture

Our fine city enjoys several locations with visual art exhibits throughout the city and in the Costick Center . Our exhibits are constantly changing as we feature both local and touring artists and exhibits. "Art on the Grand" is a juried fine arts fair, presented by the Special Services Department in cooperation with the Farmington Area Founders Festival, and held annually during the third week in July. It promotes fine artists from across the country, working in various media, including paintings, sculpture, fiber, ceramics, glass and photography. The Costick Center also offers classes in art education, for instance: paint, clay, mixed media, doll making, jewelry, Motown Ballroom dance, middle-eastern dance, guitar, Kelly Kirby piano for children, Suzuki violin, and more.

Farmington/Farmington Hills Links:

City of Farmington Hills

Farmington/Farmington Hills Chamber of Commerce