Gladstone, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gladstone, Michigan had a total population of 5,253, the 173rd largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $54,970, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Gladstone Quick Facts
How Gladstone 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 | 4,753 | 5,253 | +10.5% |
| Median household income | $63,289 | $54,970 | No clear change (-13.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $113,102 | $118,600 | No clear change (+4.9%) |
| Median gross rent | $601 | $910 | +51.5% |
How Gladstone 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: 93.7%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 0.4%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.6%
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: 6.8%
- HS Diploma: 37.3%
- Some College: 22.5%
- Associate's: 13.0%
- Bachelor's: 16.3%
- Graduate+: 4.1%
Gladstone Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Delta County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escanaba | 12,354 | $45,369 | 17.7% | $125,200 |
| Rapid River | 223 | $51,500 | 9.9% | $122,500 |
| Rock | 160 | $71,250 | 19.4% | $122,100 |
| Garden | 154 | $42,917 | 11.0% | $86,000 |
Cities Similar to Gladstone
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allegan | 5,172 | $52,925 | $176,600 | 17.9% | 13.9% |
| Utica | 5,180 | $58,718 | $231,100 | 32.0% | 7.5% |
| Kingsford | 5,124 | $61,635 | $132,100 | 28.4% | 9.0% |
| Eaton Rapids | 5,183 | $63,875 | $155,800 | 15.1% | 13.5% |
| Davison | 5,076 | $48,814 | $181,200 | 24.1% | 16.1% |
Population Overview
Gladstone is a small city located in Michigan, within Delta County. The total population is 5,253. It ranks as the 173rd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gladstone is 43.8 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gladstone is $54,970. This is 25% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $118,600. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Gladstone is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Gladstone has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gladstone, 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 Gladstone, Michigan?
Gladstone, Michigan has a population of 5,253 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gladstone, MI?
The median household income in Gladstone is $54,970, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gladstone, MI?
The poverty rate in Gladstone is 14.1%. This means approximately 732 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gladstone, Michigan?
Gladstone's population is 93.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gladstone, MI?
The median home value in Gladstone is $118,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Gladstone, Michigan?
20.5% of adults (25+) in Gladstone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.