Kingsley, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kingsley, Michigan had a total population of 1,785, the 330th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $67,321, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.2%.
Kingsley Quick Facts
How Kingsley 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 | 1,352 | 1,785 | No clear change (+32.0%) |
| Median household income | $59,805 | $67,321 | No clear change (+12.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $170,207 | $268,800 | +57.9% |
| Median gross rent | $953 | $982 | No clear change (+3.1%) |
How Kingsley 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: 90.3%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 9.2%
- 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: 4.6%
- HS Diploma: 33.1%
- Some College: 25.8%
- Associate's: 11.0%
- Bachelor's: 19.9%
- Graduate+: 5.6%
Kingsley 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 |
| Chums Corner | 1,186 | $100,855 | 0.0% | $372,700 |
| Grawn | 800 | $57,908 | 18.8% | $209,400 |
| Interlochen | 791 | $104,883 | 10.5% | $166,900 |
| Fife Lake | 343 | $68,472 | 7.3% | $202,300 |
Cities Similar to Kingsley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur | 1,835 | $61,806 | $137,500 | 14.8% | 19.7% |
| Laingsburg | 1,769 | $77,400 | $210,100 | 29.9% | 24.0% |
| Crystal Falls | 1,719 | $60,865 | $83,300 | 16.3% | 20.9% |
| Woodland Beach | 1,919 | $73,750 | $183,700 | 21.7% | 16.3% |
| Union City | 1,940 | $62,788 | $107,500 | 17.3% | 14.5% |
Population Overview
Kingsley is a small community located in Michigan, within Grand Traverse County. The total population is 1,785. It ranks as the 330th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kingsley is 30.4 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. With 40.6% of the population under 18, Kingsley has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kingsley is $67,321. This is 8% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.2%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $268,800. Housing costs are 16% higher than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 67.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Kingsley has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (9.2% vs 5.9%).
Education
25.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kingsley, 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 Kingsley, Michigan?
Kingsley, Michigan has a population of 1,785 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kingsley, MI?
The median household income in Kingsley is $67,321, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kingsley, MI?
The poverty rate in Kingsley is 9.2%. This means approximately 162 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kingsley, Michigan?
Kingsley's population is 90.3% White, 0.0% Black, 9.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kingsley, MI?
The median home value in Kingsley is $268,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is Kingsley, Michigan?
25.6% of adults (25+) in Kingsley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.