Cheboygan County, Michigan Demographics 2026
Cheboygan County, Michigan has a population of 25,865, the 54th most populous county in Michigan. The median household income is $62,875 and the median home value is $192,500. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Cheboygan County Quick Facts
How Cheboygan County 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 | 25,778 | 25,865 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $61,619 | $62,875 | +2.0% |
| Median home value | $175,200 | $192,500 | +9.9% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Cheboygan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheboygan | 4,820 | $42,290 | 14.9% | $123,200 |
| Indian River | 2,039 | $62,140 | 10.6% | $314,100 |
| Tower | 275 | $56,250 | 30.6% | $94,800 |
| Wolverine | 265 | $67,500 | 34.1% | $89,000 |
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Population Overview
Cheboygan County is located in Michigan with a total population of 25,865. It is the 54th most populous county out of 83 in Michigan. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cheboygan County is 52.2 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. 11.1% 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 Cheboygan County is $62,875. This is 14% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $192,500. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cheboygan County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
24.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 91.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Cheboygan County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Michigan and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Cheboygan County, Michigan?
Cheboygan County has a population of 25,865, making it the 54th most populous county in Michigan.
What is the median income in Cheboygan County?
The median household income in Cheboygan County is $62,875 with a poverty rate of 12.4%.
How many cities are in Cheboygan County, Michigan?
Cheboygan County contains 4 Census-designated places.