Eureka, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eureka, Michigan had a total population of 88, the 732nd largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $78,750, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Eureka Quick Facts
How Eureka 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: 93.2%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 1.1%
- 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: 4.1%
- HS Diploma: 41.1%
- Some College: 1.4%
- Associate's: 5.5%
- Bachelor's: 32.9%
- Graduate+: 15.1%
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Other Cities in Clinton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Johns | 7,715 | $68,728 | 12.5% | $192,400 |
| DeWitt | 4,777 | $110,341 | 5.6% | $309,900 |
| Bath | 2,896 | $60,417 | 6.1% | $205,800 |
| Wacousta | 1,711 | $109,250 | 2.8% | $283,700 |
| Fowler | 1,387 | $74,282 | 3.1% | $197,400 |
| Ovid | 1,370 | $50,145 | 22.4% | $110,600 |
| Lake Victoria | 1,006 | $120,156 | 0.0% | $370,800 |
| Elsie | 1,000 | $59,318 | 11.9% | $114,000 |
| Westphalia | 980 | $77,386 | 9.1% | $251,800 |
| Maple Rapids | 727 | $51,786 | 34.7% | $131,000 |
Cities Similar to Eureka
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turner | 86 | N/A | $95,600 | 8.7% | 20.9% |
| Eagle River | 83 | $78,750 | $350,000 | 58.2% | 8.6% |
| Maple Grove | 82 | N/A | $569,400 | 63.4% | 0.0% |
| Eagle | 93 | $83,750 | $168,800 | 9.0% | 8.6% |
| Boon | 99 | $77,083 | $97,100 | 15.7% | 19.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 88, Eureka'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
Eureka is a small community located in Michigan, within Clinton County. The total population is 88. It ranks as the 732nd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eureka is 39.1 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eureka is $78,750. This is 8% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Eureka, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 97.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Eureka has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
47.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% higher 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 95.9%. Notably, 15.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eureka, 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 Eureka, Michigan?
Eureka, Michigan has a population of 88 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eureka, MI?
The median household income in Eureka is $78,750, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eureka, MI?
The poverty rate in Eureka is 12.5%. This means approximately 11 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eureka, Michigan?
Eureka's population is 93.2% White, 0.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eureka, MI?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Eureka — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Eureka, Michigan?
47.9% of adults (25+) in Eureka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.