Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan had a total population of 16,094, the 69th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $126,395, which is 73% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 73% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Michigan.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.9% — among the lowest in Michigan.
65.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Michigan.

Grosse Pointe Woods Quick Facts

Population 16,094

Median Household Income $126,395

Median Home Value $342,100

Poverty Rate 4.9%

Unemployment Rate 5.8%

Median Age 43.6 years

Homeownership Rate 89.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 65.1%

High School Graduation Rate 97.5%

Diversity Index 24/100

Population 16,094 69th of 745

Median Income $126,395 top 10%

Poverty Rate 4.9% 61% lower than national

Median Home Value $342,100 top 10%

How Grosse Pointe Woods 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	16,177	16,094	-0.5%
Median household income	$129,442	$126,395	-2.4%
Median home value	$322,500	$342,100	+6.1%

How Grosse Pointe Woods Compares

Median Household Income

Grosse Pointe Woods

$126,395

$72,875

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Grosse Pointe Woods

$342,100

$231,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.9%

$25K-$50K 10.0%

$50K-$100K 18.9%

$100K+ 64.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.7%

$10K-$15K

1.1%

$15K-$20K

1.2%

$20K-$25K

1.8%

$25K-$30K

3.2%

$30K-$35K

1.8%

$35K-$40K

0.9%

$40K-$45K

1.8%

$45K-$50K

2.3%

$50K-$60K

3.3%

$60K-$75K

6.7%

$75K-$100K

8.9%

$100K-$125K

13.1%

$125K-$150K

10.8%

$150K-$200K

14.9%

$200K+

25.5%

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7%|National: 5.2%

66.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 89.8%

Renter 10.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,879/mo 17.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.4%

18-34

16.7%

35-54

25.1%

55-74

28.3%

75+

8.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Grosse Pointe Woods Rankings in Michigan

#69 Population of 745

#25 Median Income of 732

#37 Education of 745

#69 Home Value of 730

Explore Michigan Rankings

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Other Cities in Wayne County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Detroit	638,530	$39,938	32.7%	$83,900
Dearborn	107,423	$65,324	24.3%	$218,800
Livonia	93,851	$98,460	4.7%	$281,100
Westland	83,633	$62,076	14.3%	$184,600
Taylor	62,081	$61,081	18.4%	$152,600
Dearborn Heights	61,771	$60,391	21.9%	$185,100
Lincoln Park	39,257	$58,616	21.5%	$131,000
Southgate	29,366	$66,118	9.4%	$173,600
Allen Park	27,925	$81,655	6.9%	$183,700
Hamtramck	27,743	$39,293	39.9%	$131,000

Cities Similar to Grosse Pointe Woods

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Berkley	15,149	$116,239	$316,700	58.8%	4.5%
Northview	15,268	$85,403	$289,300	38.7%	9.1%
Grandville	16,356	$78,442	$271,300	40.6%	7.3%
Jenison	17,582	$89,593	$281,600	35.1%	3.7%
Rochester	12,934	$111,750	$473,200	70.0%	4.2%

Population Overview

Grosse Pointe Woods is a small city located in Michigan, within Wayne County. The total population is 16,094. It ranks as the 69th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Grosse Pointe Woods is 43.6 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Grosse Pointe Woods is $126,395. This is 73% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 57% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.9%. This is 63% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $342,100. Housing costs are 48% higher than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Grosse Pointe Woods is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 89.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 73.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Grosse Pointe Woods has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.

Education

65.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Grosse Pointe Woods in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 101% higher 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 97.5%. Notably, 32.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Grosse Pointe Woods, 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 Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan?

Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan has a population of 16,094 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI?

The median household income in Grosse Pointe Woods is $126,395, which is 57% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI?

The poverty rate in Grosse Pointe Woods is 4.9%. This means approximately 774 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan?

Grosse Pointe Woods's population is 86.9% White, 6.8% Black, 1.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI?

The median home value in Grosse Pointe Woods is $342,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan?

65.1% of adults (25+) in Grosse Pointe Woods hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 32.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.