Ithaca, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Ithaca, Michigan Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.1x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ithaca, Michigan had a total population of 2,817, the 250th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $63,109, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.

Ithaca Quick Facts

Population 2,817

Median Household Income $63,109

Median Home Value $133,200

Poverty Rate 16.8%

Unemployment Rate 1.3%

Median Age 42.5 years

Homeownership Rate 72.3%

Affordability Ratio 2.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.3%

High School Graduation Rate 90.2%

Diversity Index 25/100

Population 2,817 250th of 745

Median Income $63,109 average

Poverty Rate 16.8% 35% higher than national

Median Home Value $133,200 below average

How Ithaca 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	2,831	2,817	-0.5%
Median household income	$62,375	$63,109	+1.2%
Median home value	$126,600	$133,200	+5.2%

How Ithaca Compares

Median Household Income

Ithaca

$63,109

$72,875

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Ithaca

$133,200

$231,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 25.1%

$25K-$50K 16.9%

$50K-$100K 33.8%

$100K+ 24.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

8.3%

$10K-$15K

2.9%

$15K-$20K

2.3%

$20K-$25K

11.7%

$25K-$30K

5.2%

$30K-$35K

2.5%

$35K-$40K

3.3%

$40K-$45K

2.8%

$45K-$50K

3.2%

$50K-$60K

4.6%

$60K-$75K

17.9%

$75K-$100K

11.3%

$100K-$125K

8.8%

$125K-$150K

8.3%

$150K-$200K

3.4%

$200K+

3.8%

Employment

1.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7%|National: 5.2%

68.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.3%

Renter 27.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $819/mo 15.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.8%

18-34

30.0%

35-54

22.9%

55-74

20.5%

75+

9.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Ithaca Rankings in Michigan

#250 Population of 745

#343 Median Income of 732

#265 Education of 745

#476 Home Value of 730

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Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Gratiot County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Alma	9,396	$53,307	21.7%	$115,900
St. Louis	7,367	$51,167	13.4%	$119,200
Breckenridge	1,517	$57,540	17.9%	$111,500
Perrinton	513	$58,333	21.6%	$116,500
Ashley	483	$58,846	15.8%	$109,500
Elm Hall	228	N/A	58.9%	$75,000
Riverdale	216	N/A	40.3%	$90,500

Cities Similar to Ithaca

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Norway	2,833	$63,846	$91,100	19.3%	13.9%
K. I. Sawyer	2,817	$60,833	$87,300	17.2%	13.9%
Keego Harbor	2,747	$64,896	$255,900	44.6%	15.6%
Bath	2,896	$60,417	$205,800	34.5%	6.1%
Mattawan	2,692	$61,587	$181,600	22.0%	12.1%

Population Overview

Ithaca is a small community located in Michigan, within Gratiot County. The total population is 2,817. It ranks as the 250th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ithaca is 42.5 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ithaca is $63,109. This is 13% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.8%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 1.3%. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $133,200. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Ithaca is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 73.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Ithaca has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.7%. The Black or African American population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 13.1%.

Education

26.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 90.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, Michigan?

Ithaca, Michigan has a population of 2,817 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Ithaca, MI?

The median household income in Ithaca is $63,109, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Ithaca, MI?

The poverty rate in Ithaca is 16.8%. This means approximately 463 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Ithaca, Michigan?

Ithaca's population is 85.9% White, 2.4% Black, 8.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Ithaca, MI?

The median home value in Ithaca is $133,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.

How educated is Ithaca, Michigan?

26.3% of adults (25+) in Ithaca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.