Interlochen, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Interlochen, Michigan had a total population of 791, the 476th largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $104,883, which is 44% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 44% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Michigan.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
Interlochen Quick Facts
How Interlochen 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 | 538 | 791 | +47.0% |
| Median household income | $80,625 | $104,883 | +30.1% |
| Median home value | $148,600 | $166,900 | +12.3% |
How Interlochen 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+)
Interlochen 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 |
| Grawn | 800 | $57,908 | 18.8% | $209,400 |
| Fife Lake | 343 | $68,472 | 7.3% | $202,300 |
Cities Similar to Interlochen
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saugatuck | 766 | $121,178 | $650,800 | 76.4% | 11.0% |
| Presque Isle Harbor | 906 | $102,692 | $252,500 | 39.6% | 3.0% |
| Mendon | 815 | $82,292 | $142,900 | 12.6% | 8.5% |
| Village of Clarkston | 874 | $93,452 | $457,800 | 55.7% | 2.2% |
| Hartland | 912 | $112,257 | $330,000 | 45.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 791, Interlochen'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
Interlochen is a small community located in Michigan, within Grand Traverse County. The total population is 791. It ranks as the 476th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Interlochen is 39.7 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Interlochen is $104,883. This is 44% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 30% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $166,900. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Interlochen is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Interlochen has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.8%.
Education
20.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 78.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Interlochen, 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 Interlochen, Michigan?
Interlochen, Michigan has a population of 791 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Interlochen, MI?
The median household income in Interlochen is $104,883, which is 30% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Interlochen, MI?
The poverty rate in Interlochen is 10.5%. This means approximately 83 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Interlochen, Michigan?
Interlochen's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 5.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Interlochen, MI?
The median home value in Interlochen is $166,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Interlochen, Michigan?
20.6% of adults (25+) in Interlochen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.