Moving to Birmingham, MI

Moving to Birmingham, MI? Start with three official steps: update your Michigan driver's license and vehicle registration with the Secretary of State, register to vote at your new address, and set up water, power and trash service. Below you'll find neighborhoods, housing costs, schools, transit and a first-week checklist, all from city, county, state or Census sources.

• NeighborhoodsAreas of the city with place counts and a photo from each.
• Cost of living & housingCensus median rent, home value, income and owner/renter share.
• SchoolsSchool districts and schools that serve the city.
• Utilities setupElectric, gas, water, trash and mail — who to call first.
• Commute & transitBus routes, trains, the airport, bike lanes and parking.
• Official how-tosPermits, voting, license, registration, taxes, pets and library.
• First week checklistThe order to get things done after you move in.