Grawn, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grawn, Michigan had a total population of 800, the 473rd largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $57,908, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Grawn Quick Facts
How Grawn Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 824 | 800 | -2.9% |
| Median household income | $57,386 | $57,908 | +0.9% |
| Median home value | $120,200 | $209,400 | +74.2% |
How Grawn Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
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+)
Grawn Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Grand Traverse County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traverse City | 15,593 | $74,087 | 12.3% | $415,400 |
| Kingsley | 1,785 | $67,321 | 9.2% | $268,800 |
| Chums Corner | 1,186 | $100,855 | 0.0% | $372,700 |
| Interlochen | 791 | $104,883 | 10.5% | $166,900 |
| Fife Lake | 343 | $68,472 | 7.3% | $202,300 |
Cities Similar to Grawn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Michigan Beach | 823 | $56,809 | $255,800 | 31.6% | 8.0% |
| Augusta | 776 | $59,500 | $140,600 | 14.1% | 7.0% |
| Ubly | 785 | $54,886 | $111,700 | 16.0% | 19.0% |
| Vermontville | 790 | $53,750 | $138,500 | 12.6% | 21.4% |
| Port Sanilac | 812 | $52,083 | $158,800 | 24.8% | 11.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 800, Grawn'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
Grawn is a small community located in Michigan, within Grand Traverse County. The total population is 800. It ranks as the 473rd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Grawn is 36.1 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 10.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Grawn is $57,908. This is 21% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.8%. This is 42% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Grawn, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $209,400. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 66.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Grawn has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.1% of all residents.
Education
9.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% 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 89.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Grawn, 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 Grawn, Michigan?
Grawn, Michigan has a population of 800 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Grawn, MI?
The median household income in Grawn is $57,908, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Grawn, MI?
The poverty rate in Grawn is 18.8%. This means approximately 150 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Grawn, Michigan?
Grawn's population is 86.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Grawn, MI?
The median home value in Grawn is $209,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Grawn, Michigan?
9.1% of adults (25+) in Grawn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.