Howell, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Howell, Michigan had a total population of 10,021, the 101st largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $60,449, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.7%.
Howell Quick Facts
How Howell 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 | 9,580 | 10,021 | +4.6% |
| Median household income | $57,032 | $60,449 | No clear change (+6.0%) |
| Median home value¹ | $210,574 | $265,600 | +26.1% |
| Median gross rent | $1,126 | $1,177 | No clear change (+4.5%) |
How Howell 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: 86.5%
- Black: 1.4%
- Hispanic: 8.6%
- Asian: 0.8%
- Other: 0.1%
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: 6.6%
- HS Diploma: 31.2%
- Some College: 21.3%
- Associate's: 9.7%
- Bachelor's: 19.9%
- Graduate+: 11.3%
Howell Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Livingston County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton | 7,688 | $80,682 | 8.1% | $339,000 |
| Fowlerville | 2,918 | $45,773 | 14.1% | $192,000 |
| Pinckney | 1,911 | $96,855 | 4.5% | $267,600 |
| Hartland | 912 | $112,257 | 0.0% | $330,000 |
Cities Similar to Howell
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comstock Park | 10,577 | $59,984 | $235,300 | 26.1% | 11.8% |
| Marysville | 9,925 | $66,901 | $208,600 | 24.6% | 6.4% |
| Grand Haven | 10,996 | $60,669 | $250,100 | 36.7% | 14.5% |
| Charlotte | 9,277 | $62,681 | $153,900 | 18.2% | 11.1% |
| Sturgis | 11,054 | $62,710 | $152,600 | 15.7% | 13.4% |
Population Overview
Howell is a small city located in Michigan, within Livingston County. The total population is 10,021. It ranks as the 101st most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Howell is 40.8 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Howell is $60,449. This is 17% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.7%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $265,600. Housing costs are 15% higher than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 53.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Howell has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.6%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
31.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% 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 93.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Howell, 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 Howell, Michigan?
Howell, Michigan has a population of 10,021 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Howell, MI?
The median household income in Howell is $60,449, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Howell, MI?
The poverty rate in Howell is 7.7%. This means approximately 740 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Howell, Michigan?
Howell's population is 86.5% White, 1.4% Black, 8.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Howell, MI?
The median home value in Howell is $265,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.
How educated is Howell, Michigan?
31.2% of adults (25+) in Howell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.