Freeport, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Freeport, Michigan had a total population of 523, the 541st largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $66,250, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.
Freeport Quick Facts
How Freeport Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 547 | 523 | No clear change (-4.4%) |
| Median household income | $63,634 | $66,250 | No clear change (+4.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $101,041 | $175,600 | +73.8% |
| Median gross rent | $1,067 | $779 | No clear change (-27.0%) |
How Freeport 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: 93.5%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 4.4%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 1.3%
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: 5.3%
- HS Diploma: 36.3%
- Some College: 28.9%
- Associate's: 10.6%
- Bachelor's: 15.0%
- Graduate+: 3.8%
Freeport Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Barry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings | 7,520 | $58,286 | 12.5% | $174,500 |
| Middleville | 4,380 | $73,625 | 7.7% | $226,700 |
| Nashville | 1,503 | $56,143 | 9.7% | $130,900 |
| Delton | 936 | $61,552 | 12.3% | $295,200 |
| Woodland | 488 | $58,047 | 10.7% | $154,500 |
| Dowling | 267 | $90,313 | 6.0% | $227,200 |
| Hickory Corners | 196 | $98,397 | 0.0% | $273,400 |
Cities Similar to Freeport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomingdale | 522 | $66,250 | $117,500 | 15.7% | 23.8% |
| Cannonsburg | 510 | N/A | N/A | 58.4% | 0.0% |
| Oak Hill | 519 | $59,115 | $126,900 | 14.0% | 2.1% |
| Thompsonville | 490 | $66,250 | $115,800 | 10.4% | 18.3% |
| Perrinton | 513 | $58,333 | $116,500 | 12.0% | 21.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 523, Freeport'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
Freeport is a small community located in Michigan, within Barry County. The total population is 523. It ranks as the 541st most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Freeport is 32.3 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. With 28.5% of the population under 18, Freeport has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Freeport is $66,250. This is 9% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 79% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $175,600. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Freeport is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Freeport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.4%.
Education
18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 94.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Freeport, 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 Freeport, Michigan?
Freeport, Michigan has a population of 523 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Freeport, MI?
The median household income in Freeport is $66,250, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Freeport, MI?
The poverty rate in Freeport is 13.9%. This means approximately 70 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Freeport, Michigan?
Freeport's population is 93.5% White, 0.0% Black, 4.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Freeport, MI?
The median home value in Freeport is $175,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Freeport, Michigan?
18.9% of adults (25+) in Freeport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.