Delton, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Delton, Michigan had a total population of 936, the 452nd largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $61,552, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Delton Quick Facts
How Delton 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 | 879 | 936 | No clear change (+6.5%) |
| Median household income | $98,764 | $61,552 | No clear change (-37.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $164,176 | $295,200 | No clear change (+79.8%) |
| Median gross rent | $400 | $1,267 | +216.8% |
How Delton 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: 85.7%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 3.7%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 9.0%
- HS Diploma: 33.9%
- Some College: 35.9%
- Associate's: 8.8%
- Bachelor's: 8.7%
- Graduate+: 3.8%
Delton Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Barry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings | 7,520 | $58,286 | 12.5% | $174,500 |
| Middleville | 4,380 | $73,625 | 7.7% | $226,700 |
| Nashville | 1,503 | $56,143 | 9.7% | $130,900 |
| Freeport | 523 | $66,250 | 13.9% | $175,600 |
| Woodland | 488 | $58,047 | 10.7% | $154,500 |
| Dowling | 267 | $90,313 | 6.0% | $227,200 |
| Hickory Corners | 196 | $98,397 | 0.0% | $273,400 |
Cities Similar to Delton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckley | 936 | $67,083 | $205,500 | 20.1% | 13.8% |
| Hubbard Lake | 944 | $70,568 | $304,800 | 34.6% | 7.5% |
| Elsie | 1,000 | $59,318 | $114,000 | 6.9% | 11.9% |
| Otisville | 988 | $57,500 | $112,000 | 14.3% | 14.5% |
| Lyons | 896 | $68,603 | $121,500 | 9.8% | 12.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 936, Delton's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Delton is a small community located in Michigan, within Barry County. The total population is 936. It ranks as the 452nd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Delton is 57.3 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. 16.2% 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 Delton is $61,552. This is 16% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Delton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $295,200. Housing costs are 27% higher than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Delton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%.
Education
12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 91.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Delton, 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 Delton, Michigan?
Delton, Michigan has a population of 936 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Delton, MI?
The median household income in Delton is $61,552, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Delton, MI?
The poverty rate in Delton is 12.3%. This means approximately 115 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Delton, Michigan?
Delton's population is 85.7% White, 0.0% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Delton, MI?
The median home value in Delton is $295,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.
How educated is Delton, Michigan?
12.5% of adults (25+) in Delton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.