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Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, Michigan has a total population of 10,051,595, with a median household income of $71,149, which is 9% lower the national average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.

Michigan Quick Facts

Population 10,051,595
Median Household Income $71,149
Median Home Value $217,600
Poverty Rate 13.1%
Unemployment Rate 5.8%
Median Age 40.1 years
Homeownership Rate 72.9%
Affordability Ratio 3.1x
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.8%
High School Graduation 91.9%
Counties 83
Cities/Places 745
Population 10,051,595
Median Income $71,149 9% lower national
Poverty Rate 13.1%
Unemployment 5.8%

Economy & Housing

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%
61.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.9%
Renter 27.1%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

44out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 44 | National average: 60

Education

Largest Cities in Michigan

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Detroit city636,644$39,57531.5%
2Grand Rapids city197,768$65,52618.6%
3Warren city138,128$63,74112.8%
4Sterling Heights city133,473$78,42910.6%
5Ann Arbor city121,179$81,08922.9%
6Lansing city112,546$52,17019.9%
7Dearborn city107,846$65,19224.3%
8Livonia city94,058$96,3174.7%
9Troy city87,307$119,2995.3%
10Westland city84,155$62,21613.3%

Richest Cities in Michigan

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1South Gull Lake CDP$236,094N/A82.9%
2Bingham Farms village$218,750$570,90066.0%
3Orchard Lake Village city$212,813$799,50068.3%
4Bloomfield Hills city$200,318$942,90079.3%
5Huntington Woods city$188,229$470,60082.2%
6Village of Grosse Pointe Shores city$182,000$671,60075.6%
7Franklin village$176,571$696,70080.3%
8Beverly Hills village$175,460$488,80076.0%
9East Grand Rapids city$168,487$488,50082.6%
10Pleasant Ridge city$161,058$435,50079.9%

Most Affordable Cities in Michigan

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Pinconning city1.1x$69,200$64,309
2K. I. Sawyer CDP1.2x$69,300$59,145
3Flint city1.3x$47,600$36,194
4Ecorse city1.3x$59,400$45,082
5Newberry village1.3x$65,800$49,758
6Buena Vista CDP1.3x$51,800$38,835
7Crystal Falls city1.3x$79,900$59,712
8Beecher CDP1.4x$48,400$35,582
9Deckerville village1.4x$81,900$59,375
10Saginaw city1.4x$54,000$37,298

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All Counties in Michigan (83)

83 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Wayne County1,773,767$59,52120.1%$170,200
Oakland County1,272,294$95,2967.7%$320,400
Macomb County877,624$76,3999.8%$231,400
Kent County658,844$80,39010.6%$265,700
Genesee County404,087$60,67315.9%$172,900
Washtenaw County368,394$87,15613.8%$353,000
Ottawa County298,614$87,1448.2%$291,200
Ingham County282,015$64,35416.4%$187,500
Kalamazoo County261,437$70,52513.3%$227,500
Livingston County195,143$101,3154.9%$331,100
Saginaw County189,210$58,34718.1%$139,400
Muskegon County175,378$63,49512.6%$180,900
Jackson County160,187$65,00412.2%$182,900
St. Clair County160,089$69,34911.0%$213,900
Monroe County155,001$75,27211.1%$215,700
Berrien County153,411$63,15215.2%$211,400
Calhoun County133,846$60,38514.2%$151,500
Allegan County120,913$80,2559.3%$247,000
Eaton County109,000$78,0257.8%$206,700
Bay County103,235$60,52314.0%$135,100
Lenawee County98,823$67,01311.6%$181,100
Grand Traverse County95,757$79,4868.6%$296,200
Lapeer County88,703$76,2289.8%$229,100
Midland County83,641$77,53810.9%$184,300
Clinton County79,419$85,9289.4%$243,700
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All Cities & Places in Michigan (745)

745 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Detroit city636,644$39,57531.5%$76,800
Grand Rapids city197,768$65,52618.6%$225,500
Warren city138,128$63,74112.8%$181,900
Sterling Heights city133,473$78,42910.6%$260,700
Ann Arbor city121,179$81,08922.9%$435,100
Lansing city112,546$52,17019.9%$119,400
Dearborn city107,846$65,19224.3%$205,900
Livonia city94,058$96,3174.7%$265,300
Troy city87,307$119,2995.3%$396,800
Westland city84,155$62,21613.3%$176,500
Farmington Hills city83,316$101,8636.3%$333,200
Flint city80,835$36,19434.4%$47,600
Wyoming city76,865$72,16310.8%$203,900
Rochester Hills city76,086$119,0544.9%$377,400
Southfield city76,025$65,84811.2%$226,900
Kalamazoo city73,132$48,96527.0%$164,500
Novi city66,224$110,9384.7%$399,100
Taylor city62,405$59,53716.7%$141,200
Dearborn Heights city62,099$61,03520.4%$174,900
Pontiac city61,914$42,79125.6%$110,600
St. Clair Shores city58,287$72,6937.7%$196,400
Royal Oak city57,880$95,1825.9%$305,900
Kentwood city54,114$73,6479.4%$249,000
Battle Creek city52,392$51,69918.0%$127,600
Portage city49,015$79,5297.5%$243,400
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Population Overview

Michigan has a total population of 10,051,595, making it one of the most populous state in the nation. The median age is 40.1 years, 4% higher the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Michigan is 40.1 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Michigan is $71,149. This is 9% lower than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $217,600. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 72.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Michigan is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.7%) is well below the state average of 19.0%.

Education

31.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.9%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Michigan?

Michigan has a total population of 10,051,595 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Michigan?

The median household income in Michigan is $71,149, which is 9% lower the national median of $78,538.

How many cities are in Michigan?

Michigan has 745 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 83 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Michigan?

The poverty rate in Michigan is 13.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Michigan?

The largest city in Michigan is Detroit city with a population of 636,644.