Hillman, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hillman, Michigan had a total population of 812, the 471st largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $36,823, which is 49% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 35.0%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 49% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (35.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Hillman Quick Facts
How Hillman 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 | 638 | 812 | No clear change (+27.3%) |
| Median household income | $37,900 | $36,823 | No clear change (-2.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $102,149 | $87,000 | No clear change (-14.8%) |
| Median gross rent | $666 | $434 | No clear change (-34.8%) |
How Hillman 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: 88.3%
- Black: 0.7%
- Hispanic: 0.9%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 17.5%
- HS Diploma: 37.5%
- Some College: 19.9%
- Associate's: 12.3%
- Bachelor's: 7.0%
- Graduate+: 5.9%
Hillman Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Alpena County
Cities Similar to Hillman
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mackinaw City | 778 | $42,031 | $224,300 | 29.0% | 16.4% |
| Quinnesec | 892 | $38,713 | $154,900 | 5.6% | 27.6% |
| Middletown | 799 | $46,250 | $90,700 | 6.9% | 34.8% |
| Merrill | 798 | $47,500 | $93,200 | 11.3% | 33.5% |
| Hesperia | 934 | $37,174 | $131,300 | 8.5% | 22.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 812, Hillman'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
Hillman is a small community located in Michigan, within Alpena County. The total population is 812. It ranks as the 471st most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hillman is 41.8 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hillman is $36,823. This is 49% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 54% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 35.0%. This is 165% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $87,000. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Hillman is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hillman has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
12.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 82.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hillman, 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 Hillman, Michigan?
Hillman, Michigan has a population of 812 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hillman, MI?
The median household income in Hillman is $36,823, which is 54% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hillman, MI?
The poverty rate in Hillman is 35.0%. This means approximately 271 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hillman, Michigan?
Hillman's population is 88.3% White, 0.7% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hillman, MI?
The median home value in Hillman is $87,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Hillman, Michigan?
12.9% of adults (25+) in Hillman hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.