Estral Beach, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Estral Beach, Michigan had a total population of 372, the 591st largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $67,083, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Estral Beach Quick Facts
How Estral Beach 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 | 406 | 372 | -8.4% |
| Median household income | $63,462 | $67,083 | +5.7% |
| Median home value | $207,900 | $219,300 | +5.5% |
How Estral Beach 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+)
Estral Beach Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Monroe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe | 20,320 | $59,813 | 19.2% | $167,900 |
| Lambertville | 9,955 | $102,521 | 5.6% | $256,400 |
| Temperance | 8,914 | $81,503 | 6.6% | $250,100 |
| South Monroe | 6,960 | $61,982 | 15.2% | $184,000 |
| Dundee | 5,744 | $78,837 | 5.2% | $257,300 |
| Detroit Beach | 2,771 | $76,524 | 11.4% | $170,100 |
| West Monroe | 2,711 | $48,317 | 31.8% | $109,200 |
| Carleton | 2,595 | $73,365 | 7.6% | $207,400 |
| South Rockwood | 1,924 | $78,203 | 11.5% | $226,500 |
| Woodland Beach | 1,919 | $73,750 | 16.3% | $183,700 |
Cities Similar to Estral Beach
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horton Bay | 374 | $69,926 | $345,500 | 31.4% | 10.2% |
| Vandalia | 366 | $70,268 | $77,500 | 7.5% | 3.9% |
| Hanover | 375 | $62,656 | $145,800 | 8.7% | 12.5% |
| Boyne Falls | 361 | $62,159 | $167,700 | 8.5% | 7.5% |
| Casnovia | 377 | $76,250 | $175,000 | 16.3% | 11.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 372, Estral Beach'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
Estral Beach is a small community located in Michigan, within Monroe County. The total population is 372. It ranks as the 591st most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Estral Beach is 46.0 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Estral Beach is $67,083. This is 8% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $219,300. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 96.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Estral Beach has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
28.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 89.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Estral Beach, 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 Estral Beach, Michigan?
Estral Beach, Michigan has a population of 372 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Estral Beach, MI?
The median household income in Estral Beach is $67,083, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Estral Beach, MI?
The poverty rate in Estral Beach is 11.1%. This means approximately 41 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Estral Beach, Michigan?
Estral Beach's population is 96.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Estral Beach, MI?
The median home value in Estral Beach is $219,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Estral Beach, Michigan?
28.3% of adults (25+) in Estral Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.