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Fraser, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fraser, Michigan had a total population of 14,583, the 77th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $64,354, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Fraser Quick Facts

Population 14,583
Median Household Income $64,354
Median Home Value $215,900
Poverty Rate 10.4%
Unemployment Rate 4.3%
Median Age 43.0 years
Homeownership Rate 73.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.7%
High School Graduation Rate 91.4%
Diversity Index 35/100
Population 14,583 77th of 745
Median Income $64,354 average
Poverty Rate 10.4% 16% lower than national
Median Home Value $215,900 top 30%

How Fraser Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population14,60414,583-0.1%
Median household income$61,118$64,354+5.3%
Median home value$193,600$215,900+11.5%

How Fraser Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.9%
$25K-$50K 25.4%
$50K-$100K 25.8%
$100K+ 33.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.6%
$10K-$15K
2.9%
$15K-$20K
6.6%
$20K-$25K
3.8%
$25K-$30K
3.8%
$30K-$35K
3.2%
$35K-$40K
6.1%
$40K-$45K
7.8%
$45K-$50K
4.5%
$50K-$60K
5.4%
$60K-$75K
9.7%
$75K-$100K
10.7%
$100K-$125K
10.4%
$125K-$150K
5.6%
$150K-$200K
8.6%
$200K+
8.4%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7%|National: 5.2%
66.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.3%
Renter 26.7%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $843/mo 15.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

35out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Fraser Rankings in Michigan

#77 Population of 745
#326 Median Income of 732
#321 Education of 745
#220 Home Value of 730

Other Cities in Macomb County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Warren 137,928 $64,016 14.8% $193,400
Sterling Heights 133,573 $79,909 11.1% $274,300
St. Clair Shores 58,140 $73,500 8.4% $210,700
Roseville 47,123 $62,182 12.5% $155,800
Eastpointe 33,982 $62,325 17.5% $142,200
Mount Clemens 15,511 $52,310 16.4% $179,400
New Baltimore 12,072 $106,033 5.4% $323,200
Center Line 8,463 $54,703 16.8% $156,600
New Haven 6,475 $66,125 13.8% $209,000
Richmond 5,855 $64,719 13.5% $237,700

Cities Similar to Fraser

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Harper Woods15,116$65,022$157,20026.1%19.8%
Hazel Park14,963$67,073$158,60027.0%12.3%
Owosso14,632$54,229$132,60021.1%17.2%
Ionia12,753$63,978$164,80010.0%12.0%
Traverse City15,593$74,087$415,40047.4%12.3%

Population Overview

Fraser is a small city located in Michigan, within Macomb County. The total population is 14,583. It ranks as the 77th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fraser is 43.0 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fraser is $64,354. This is 12% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $215,900. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 73.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Fraser is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 10.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Asian population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.

Education

22.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 91.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fraser, 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 Fraser, Michigan?

Fraser, Michigan has a population of 14,583 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fraser, MI?

The median household income in Fraser is $64,354, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Fraser, MI?

The poverty rate in Fraser is 10.4%. This means approximately 1,504 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fraser, Michigan?

Fraser's population is 79.5% White, 10.0% Black, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fraser, MI?

The median home value in Fraser is $215,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Fraser, Michigan?

22.7% of adults (25+) in Fraser hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.