Caledonia, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Caledonia, Michigan had a total population of 1,671, the 339th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $106,250, which is 46% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 46% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Michigan.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.8% — among the lowest in Michigan.
54.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Michigan.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.5%.

Caledonia Quick Facts

Population 1,67190% MOE ±300

Median Household Income $106,25090% MOE ±$19,220

Median Home Value $339,00090% MOE ±$20,683

Poverty Rate 3.8%90% MOE ±1.8 pts

Unemployment Rate 0.5%90% MOE ±0.6 pts

Median Age 38.0 years90% MOE ±3.0 years

Homeownership Rate 73.7%90% MOE ±6.9 pts

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 54.4%90% MOE ±6.3 pts

Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 98.3%

Diversity Index 23/100

Population 1,671 339th of 745

Median Income $106,250 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.8% 70% lower than national

Median Home Value $339,000 top 10%

How Caledonia 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	1,544	1,671	No clear change (+8.2%)
Median household income	$95,819	$106,250	No clear change (+10.9%)
Median home value¹	$257,218	$339,000	+31.8%
Median gross rent	$1,036	$1,128	No clear change (+8.9%)

¹ The Census Bureau changed its home-value inflation adjustment beginning with the 2022 ACS; interpret that comparison with additional caution.

How Caledonia Compares

Median Household Income

Caledonia

$106,250

$72,875

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Caledonia

$339,000

$231,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.8%

$25K-$50K 10.1%

$50K-$100K 27.3%

$100K+ 53.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.6%

$10K-$15K

2.9%

$15K-$20K

0.5%

$20K-$25K

2.8%

$25K-$30K

2.8%

$30K-$35K

2.9%

$35K-$40K

0.0%

$40K-$45K

2.9%

$45K-$50K

1.5%

$50K-$60K

3.8%

$60K-$75K

11.1%

$75K-$100K

12.4%

$100K-$125K

12.6%

$125K-$150K

12.8%

$150K-$200K

15.7%

$200K+

12.8%

Employment

0.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7%|National: 5.2%

75.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.7%

Renter 26.3%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,128/mo 12.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.6%

18-34

21.7%

35-54

32.1%

55-74

17.8%

75+

3.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Caledonia Rankings in Michigan

#339 Population of 745

#61 Median Income of 732

#66 Education of 745

#71 Home Value of 730

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Other Cities in Kent County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Grand Rapids	198,535	$69,108	16.9%	$244,500
Wyoming	77,353	$73,677	10.5%	$225,200
Kentwood	54,296	$74,373	10.4%	$268,200
Forest Hills	28,695	$158,005	3.0%	$498,500
Walker	25,386	$76,360	7.6%	$295,200
Cutlerville	18,780	$67,327	10.3%	$222,600
Grandville	16,356	$78,442	7.3%	$271,300
Northview	15,268	$85,403	9.1%	$289,300
East Grand Rapids	11,445	$166,610	3.6%	$521,300
Comstock Park	10,577	$59,984	11.8%	$235,300

Cities Similar to Caledonia

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Sylvan Lake	1,705	$106,429	$391,000	47.8%	5.4%
Wacousta	1,711	$109,250	$283,700	51.5%	2.8%
Lake LeAnn	1,657	$89,076	$266,600	32.6%	4.3%
Hemlock	1,529	$102,188	$221,800	29.0%	8.4%
Dimondale	1,521	$111,042	$216,400	35.3%	3.2%

Population Overview

Caledonia is a small community located in Michigan, within Kent County. The total population is 1,671. It ranks as the 339th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Caledonia is 38.0 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Caledonia is $106,250. This is 46% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 32% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.8%. This is 72% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 0.5%. This is 91% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $339,000. Housing costs are 46% higher than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 73.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Caledonia has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 13.1%.

Education

54.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Caledonia in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 68% higher 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 98.3%. Notably, 16.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Caledonia, 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 Caledonia, Michigan?

Caledonia, Michigan has a population of 1,671 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Caledonia, MI?

The median household income in Caledonia is $106,250, which is 32% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Caledonia, MI?

The poverty rate in Caledonia is 3.8%. This means approximately 62 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Caledonia, Michigan?

Caledonia's population is 87.4% White, 0.8% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Caledonia, MI?

The median home value in Caledonia is $339,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Caledonia, Michigan?

54.4% of adults (25+) in Caledonia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.