Fife Lake village, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fife Lake village, Michigan Demographics
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As of 2026, Fife Lake village, Michigan has a total population of 359, the 600th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $67,188, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.1%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

Fife Lake village Quick Facts

Population 359

Median Household Income $67,188

Median Home Value $185,200

Poverty Rate 6.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.1%

Median Age 49.3 years

Homeownership Rate 86.2%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.4%

High School Graduation Rate 95.3%

Diversity Index 6/100

Population 359 600th of 745

Median Income $67,188 above average

Poverty Rate 6.1% 51% lower national

Median Home Value $185,200 above average

How Fife Lake village Compares

Median Household Income

Fife Lake village

$67,188

$71,149

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Fife Lake village

$185,200

$217,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 2.5%

$25K-$50K 29.6%

$50K-$100K 37.1%

$100K+ 30.8%

Employment

2.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

56.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.2%

Renter 13.8%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

10.6%

18-34

23.1%

35-54

27.9%

55-74

33.4%

75+

5.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 44 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Fife Lake village Rankings in Michigan

#600 Population of 745

#263 Median Income of 745

#283 Education of 745

#258 Home Value of 745

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Cities Similar to Fife Lake village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Vandalia village	369	$65,000	$64,200	6.5%	5.8%
Painesdale CDP	353	$62,436	$84,800	19.8%	8.5%
Palmer CDP	342	$64,000	$74,700	14.8%	3.5%
Horton Bay CDP	352	$76,833	$275,000	33.7%	1.7%
Brimley CDP	379	$72,885	$166,500	23.7%	18.2%

Population Overview

Fife Lake village is a small community located in Michigan. The total population is 359. It ranks as the 600th most populous out of 745 cities and towns in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fife Lake village is 49.3 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 10.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fife Lake village is $67,188. This is 6% lower than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $185,200. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $217,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Fife Lake village is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Fife Lake village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 5.7%.

Education

24.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 31.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fife Lake village, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Fife Lake village, Michigan?

Fife Lake village, Michigan has a population of 359 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fife Lake village, MI?

The median household income in Fife Lake village is $67,188, which is 14% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Fife Lake village, MI?

The poverty rate in Fife Lake village is 6.1%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fife Lake village, Michigan?

Fife Lake village's population is 96.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fife Lake village, MI?

The median home value in Fife Lake village is $185,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Fife Lake village, Michigan?

24.4% of adults (25+) in Fife Lake village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.