Eastport, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eastport, Michigan had a total population of 311, the 616th largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $55,761, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Eastport Quick Facts
How Eastport 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 | 369 | 311 | -15.7% |
| Median household income | $54,457 | $55,761 | +2.4% |
| Median home value | $506,900 | $331,300 | -34.6% |
How Eastport 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+)
Eastport Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Antrim County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Rapids | 1,624 | $70,938 | 3.7% | $393,400 |
| Lakes of the North | 1,524 | $82,188 | 9.3% | $232,100 |
| Mancelona | 1,476 | $51,691 | 16.8% | $131,400 |
| Central Lake | 1,051 | $63,269 | 8.7% | $167,100 |
| Bellaire | 1,008 | $55,789 | 14.0% | $230,100 |
| Alba | 282 | $100,870 | 1.8% | N/A |
| Ellsworth | 265 | $61,000 | 8.7% | $160,200 |
| Alden | 133 | $56,250 | 0.0% | $311,400 |
Cities Similar to Eastport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gagetown | 311 | $55,000 | $77,100 | 9.8% | 19.0% |
| Ramsay | 312 | $54,643 | $67,700 | 6.6% | 19.9% |
| Luther | 303 | $54,167 | $102,300 | 21.3% | 32.3% |
| Big Bay | 306 | $51,953 | $273,100 | 33.5% | 21.3% |
| Brethren | 318 | $52,083 | $152,200 | 13.5% | 18.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 311, Eastport'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
Eastport is a small community located in Michigan, within Antrim County. The total population is 311. It ranks as the 616th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eastport is 67.5 years. This is 68% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 4.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eastport is $55,761. This is 23% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.8%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Eastport, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $331,300. Housing costs are 43% higher than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x. 96.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Eastport is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
27.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 32.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eastport, 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 Eastport, Michigan?
Eastport, Michigan has a population of 311 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eastport, MI?
The median household income in Eastport is $55,761, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eastport, MI?
The poverty rate in Eastport is 14.8%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eastport, Michigan?
Eastport's population is 84.9% White, 0.0% Black, 1.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eastport, MI?
The median home value in Eastport is $331,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x.
How educated is Eastport, Michigan?
27.7% of adults (25+) in Eastport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.