Every year, personal finance website WalletHub releases a list of the best US cities for singles, and over recent years, Detroit has not fared well. In 2017, despite having the highest percentage of singles of any of the 182 cities in the study, it was only rated the 147th best city for finding love.

Are people friendly in Detroit?

Detroiters are unbelievably friendly. People not from Detroit are often taken aback when theyre walking down the street—head down, earplugs in—and hear a passing stranger say “What up?” We greet folks, with a nod or word, pretty much every time we encounter someone, stranger and acquaintance alike.

Is it safe to walk in Detroit?

The tourist areas of Detroit are as safe as any major city. The crime problems are in the neighborhoods you would have no reason to be in to begin with. The Riverfront, Foxtown, Greektown, Midtown, The District etc are all big city safe areas and likely where you will spend most of your time.

Is it safe to walk around Detroit?

Detroit is generally safe for tourists, though some neighborhoods are best avoided. A crime that does occur is mainly between members of street gangs or individuals who know each other, and in areas that are of no interest to visitors. Avoid sketchy neighborhoods and take normal precaution measures.