Charlevoix County, Michigan Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Charlevoix County is located in Michigan with a total population of 26,143. It is the 52nd most populous county out of 83 in Michigan. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Charlevoix County is 50.0 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 10.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Charlevoix County is $76,495. This is 8% higher than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $242,800. Housing costs are 12% higher than the state median of $217,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 82.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Charlevoix County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.9%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 13.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 5.7%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

33.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 31.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.3%.