Alba, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alba, Michigan had a total population of 282, the 632nd largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $100,870, which is 38% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.8%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 38% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Michigan.
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.8% — among the lowest in Michigan.
Alba Quick Facts
How Alba Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 342 | 282 | No clear change (-17.5%) |
| Median household income | $57,074 | $100,870 | +76.7% |
How Alba Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 98.2%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 0.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 3.9%
- HS Diploma: 31.4%
- Some College: 29.4%
- Associate's: 18.1%
- Bachelor's: 11.3%
- Graduate+: 5.9%
Alba Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Antrim County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Rapids | 1,624 | $70,938 | 3.7% | $393,400 |
| Lakes of the North | 1,524 | $82,188 | 9.3% | $232,100 |
| Mancelona | 1,476 | $51,691 | 16.8% | $131,400 |
| Central Lake | 1,051 | $63,269 | 8.7% | $167,100 |
| Bellaire | 1,008 | $55,789 | 14.0% | $230,100 |
| Eastport | 311 | $55,761 | 14.8% | $331,300 |
| Ellsworth | 265 | $61,000 | 8.7% | $160,200 |
| Alden | 133 | $56,250 | 0.0% | $311,400 |
Cities Similar to Alba
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breedsville | 288 | $98,750 | $217,200 | 3.1% | 4.9% |
| Dowling | 267 | $90,313 | $227,200 | 18.3% | 6.0% |
| Walloon Lake | 294 | $87,303 | $285,400 | 52.2% | 4.4% |
| Glen Arbor | 336 | N/A | $700,000 | 76.8% | 1.5% |
| Omena | 305 | $123,553 | $621,400 | 62.8% | 6.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 282, Alba's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Alba is a small community located in Michigan, within Antrim County. The total population is 282. It ranks as the 632nd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alba is 35.2 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Alba is $100,870. This is 38% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 25% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 1.8%. This is 87% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Alba, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 88.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Alba has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.2% of all residents.
Education
17.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 32.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alba, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Michigan state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 745 Census-designated places in Michigan. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Alba, Michigan?
Alba, Michigan has a population of 282 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alba, MI?
The median household income in Alba is $100,870, which is 25% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alba, MI?
The poverty rate in Alba is 1.8%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Alba, Michigan?
Alba's population is 98.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alba, MI?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Alba — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Alba, Michigan?
17.2% of adults (25+) in Alba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.