The Most Diverse Cities In Michigan: Complete Top 10

It wasn't that long ago, 2010 to be specific, that only 2.9% of Americans and Michiganders identified as multiracial. Just 10 years later, in 2020, that percentage jumped to a whopping 10.2%. The nation is getting a cultural remix, and Michigan is no exception.

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Why is diversity important? Studies show that cities with a potpourri of residents fuel economic growth, innovation, and resilience.

Diversity: More Than Just a Buzzword

Diversity in the Mitten State is about more than the color of your skin or gender; it's also about differences in economics, culture, and religion. These differences are also reflected in the languages we speak, the traditions we practice, and the careers we choose.

Michigan's most diverse cities bring together a slew of people from different backgrounds, offering opportunities for creativity, understanding, and, let's be honest, some incredible food options.

The Most Diverse Cities in America and Michigan

While you might think the nation's most diverse population would be in a major metropolitan area like New York or Los Angeles, it's not. According to a new study from WalletHub, America's most diverse city is Gaithersburg, Maryland, with a population of around 70,000.

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How did WalletHub come to this conclusion, and what are Michigan's most diverse cities? Which city do you think is the most varied, and does yours rank in the Top 10? Scroll on for the complete list.