Gogebic County, Michigan Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Gogebic County is located in Michigan with a total population of 14,348. It is the 69th most populous county out of 83 in Michigan. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gogebic County is 51.3 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 11.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gogebic County is $49,672. This is 30% lower than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 37% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.9%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $99,700. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $217,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Gogebic County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Gogebic County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.9%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 13.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 5.7%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

21.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 95.8%.