Bellevue, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bellevue, Michigan had a total population of 1,552, the 356th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $63,750, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Bellevue Quick Facts
How Bellevue Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,333 | 1,552 | +16.4% |
| Median household income | $63,095 | $63,750 | +1.0% |
| Median home value | $110,600 | $118,100 | +6.8% |
How Bellevue Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
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+)
Bellevue Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Eaton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waverly | 23,575 | $75,700 | 10.1% | $234,600 |
| Charlotte | 9,277 | $62,681 | 11.1% | $153,900 |
| Grand Ledge | 7,804 | $68,980 | 6.2% | $194,000 |
| Eaton Rapids | 5,183 | $63,875 | 13.5% | $155,800 |
| Potterville | 3,087 | $64,693 | 11.4% | $154,500 |
| Olivet | 1,844 | $54,722 | 14.5% | $154,900 |
| Dimondale | 1,521 | $111,042 | 3.2% | $216,400 |
| Vermontville | 790 | $53,750 | 21.4% | $138,500 |
| Sunfield | 658 | $69,821 | 16.0% | $156,000 |
| Mulliken | 501 | $81,429 | 8.1% | $165,900 |
Cities Similar to Bellevue
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morrice | 1,550 | $66,071 | $121,900 | 9.6% | 17.1% |
| Centreville | 1,565 | $59,519 | $166,100 | 14.0% | 13.9% |
| Colon | 1,570 | $58,542 | $153,500 | 17.4% | 14.3% |
| Three Oaks | 1,503 | $66,985 | $215,700 | 27.6% | 9.1% |
| Breckenridge | 1,517 | $57,540 | $111,500 | 12.2% | 17.9% |
Population Overview
Bellevue is a small community located in Michigan, within Eaton County. The total population is 1,552. It ranks as the 356th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bellevue is 36.4 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bellevue is $63,750. This is 13% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $118,100. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Bellevue is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bellevue has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.4%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 13.1%.
Education
14.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 92.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bellevue, 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 Bellevue, Michigan?
Bellevue, Michigan has a population of 1,552 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bellevue, MI?
The median household income in Bellevue is $63,750, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bellevue, MI?
The poverty rate in Bellevue is 16.1%. This means approximately 245 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bellevue, Michigan?
Bellevue's population is 86.1% White, 1.2% Black, 7.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bellevue, MI?
The median home value in Bellevue is $118,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Bellevue, Michigan?
14.2% of adults (25+) in Bellevue hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.