Bellaire, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bellaire, Michigan had a total population of 1,008, the 442nd largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $55,789, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.2%.
Bellaire Quick Facts
How Bellaire 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 | 1,015 | 1,008 | No clear change (-0.7%) |
| Median household income | $45,971 | $55,789 | No clear change (+21.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $135,132 | $230,100 | +70.3% |
| Median gross rent | $788 | $799 | No clear change (+1.4%) |
How Bellaire 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: 91.5%
- Black: 1.3%
- Hispanic: 1.9%
- Asian: 0.6%
- Other: 1.4%
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: 3.7%
- HS Diploma: 31.2%
- Some College: 23.0%
- Associate's: 10.4%
- Bachelor's: 20.9%
- Graduate+: 10.8%
Bellaire 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 |
| Eastport | 311 | $55,761 | 14.8% | $331,300 |
| Alba | 282 | $100,870 | 1.8% | N/A |
| Ellsworth | 265 | $61,000 | 8.7% | $160,200 |
| Alden | 133 | $56,250 | 0.0% | $311,400 |
Cities Similar to Bellaire
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otisville | 988 | $57,500 | $112,000 | 14.3% | 14.5% |
| Elsie | 1,000 | $59,318 | $114,000 | 6.9% | 11.9% |
| Ossineke | 1,019 | $59,583 | $159,200 | 13.3% | 10.0% |
| Deckerville | 1,042 | $53,125 | $82,100 | 14.0% | 20.7% |
| Mayville | 1,045 | $52,500 | $121,300 | 12.2% | 16.2% |
Population Overview
Bellaire is a small community located in Michigan, within Antrim County. The total population is 1,008. It ranks as the 442nd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bellaire is 43.6 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bellaire is $55,789. This is 23% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 0.2%. This is 96% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $230,100. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 68.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bellaire has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.9%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
31.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% 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 96.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bellaire, 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 Bellaire, Michigan?
Bellaire, Michigan has a population of 1,008 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bellaire, MI?
The median household income in Bellaire is $55,789, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bellaire, MI?
The poverty rate in Bellaire is 14.0%. This means approximately 137 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bellaire, Michigan?
Bellaire's population is 91.5% White, 1.3% Black, 1.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bellaire, MI?
The median home value in Bellaire is $230,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.
How educated is Bellaire, Michigan?
31.7% of adults (25+) in Bellaire hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.