Dodgeville, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dodgeville, Michigan had a total population of 409, the 578th largest community in Michigan. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Dodgeville Quick Facts
How Dodgeville 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 | 298 | 409 | +37.2% |
| Median home value | $209,600 | $217,300 | +3.7% |
How Dodgeville 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+)
Dodgeville Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Houghton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton | 8,474 | $43,456 | 40.1% | $254,500 |
| Hancock | 4,574 | $59,519 | 19.1% | $165,600 |
| Laurium | 1,509 | $54,167 | 16.0% | $126,100 |
| Dollar Bay | 1,049 | $61,250 | 13.5% | $153,100 |
| Lake Linden | 1,020 | $43,472 | 13.8% | $97,000 |
| Chassell | 899 | $54,148 | 17.0% | $167,600 |
| Hubbell | 881 | $53,333 | 4.4% | $85,400 |
| Calumet | 645 | $26,667 | 42.6% | $84,400 |
| Atlantic Mine | 491 | $55,481 | 16.5% | $103,500 |
| South Range | 482 | $58,542 | 23.6% | $101,100 |
Cities Similar to Dodgeville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manistee Lake | 412 | $56,250 | $175,000 | 21.7% | 9.7% |
| New Troy | 413 | $56,776 | $167,600 | 10.8% | 34.2% |
| Kinde | 414 | $49,886 | $94,800 | 2.2% | 10.7% |
| Painesdale | 416 | $63,750 | $92,800 | 23.3% | 13.3% |
| Clarksville | 417 | $75,625 | $173,000 | 18.9% | 9.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 409, Dodgeville'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
Dodgeville is a small community located in Michigan, within Houghton County. The total population is 409. It ranks as the 578th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dodgeville is 21.8 years. This is 46% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. With 37.4% of the population under 18, Dodgeville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 7.9%. This is 39% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $217,300. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $231,600. 65.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Dodgeville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.3% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
15.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 91.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dodgeville, 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 Dodgeville, Michigan?
Dodgeville, Michigan has a population of 409 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dodgeville, MI?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dodgeville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dodgeville, MI?
The poverty rate in Dodgeville is 12.3%. This means approximately 47 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dodgeville, Michigan?
Dodgeville's population is 99.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dodgeville, MI?
The median home value in Dodgeville is $217,300.
How educated is Dodgeville, Michigan?
15.9% of adults (25+) in Dodgeville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.