Lake Michigan Beach, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lake Michigan Beach, Michigan had a total population of 823, the 468th largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $56,809, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.0%.
Lake Michigan Beach Quick Facts
How Lake Michigan Beach 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 | 1,190 | 823 | -30.8% |
| Median household income | $75,894 | $56,809 | No clear change (-25.1%) |
| Median home value¹ | $171,561 | $255,800 | No clear change (+49.1%) |
How Lake Michigan Beach 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: 86.6%
- Black: 9.2%
- Hispanic: 0.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.4%
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: 4.5%
- HS Diploma: 39.1%
- Some College: 18.4%
- Associate's: 6.4%
- Bachelor's: 16.4%
- Graduate+: 15.2%
Lake Michigan Beach Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Berrien County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niles | 11,803 | $51,376 | 17.8% | $135,100 |
| Benton Harbor | 8,953 | $31,117 | 40.1% | $76,500 |
| St. Joseph | 7,986 | $84,057 | 7.3% | $299,000 |
| Fair Plain | 7,330 | $52,817 | 26.6% | $169,400 |
| Buchanan | 4,223 | $56,163 | 7.1% | $154,300 |
| Paw Paw Lake | 3,889 | $67,674 | 17.8% | $191,700 |
| Benton Heights | 3,078 | $33,542 | 39.5% | $97,700 |
| Watervliet | 2,156 | $61,167 | 15.9% | $137,500 |
| Bridgman | 2,077 | $66,603 | 14.5% | $238,400 |
| Berrien Springs | 2,018 | $65,134 | 13.4% | $159,900 |
Cities Similar to Lake Michigan Beach
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grawn | 800 | $57,908 | $209,400 | 9.1% | 18.8% |
| Port Sanilac | 812 | $52,083 | $158,800 | 24.8% | 11.7% |
| Burr Oak | 818 | $63,816 | $106,400 | 2.6% | 6.8% |
| Ubly | 785 | $54,886 | $111,700 | 16.0% | 19.0% |
| Vermontville | 790 | $53,750 | $138,500 | 12.6% | 21.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 823, Lake Michigan Beach'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
Lake Michigan Beach is a small community located in Michigan, within Berrien County. The total population is 823. It ranks as the 468th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lake Michigan Beach is 51.4 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lake Michigan Beach is $56,809. This is 22% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.0%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 52% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $255,800. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 88.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lake Michigan Beach has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 9.2%.
Education
31.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 95.5%. Notably, 15.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lake Michigan Beach, 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 Lake Michigan Beach, Michigan?
Lake Michigan Beach, Michigan has a population of 823 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lake Michigan Beach, MI?
The median household income in Lake Michigan Beach is $56,809, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lake Michigan Beach, MI?
The poverty rate in Lake Michigan Beach is 8.0%. This means approximately 66 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lake Michigan Beach, Michigan?
Lake Michigan Beach's population is 86.6% White, 9.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lake Michigan Beach, MI?
The median home value in Lake Michigan Beach is $255,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.
How educated is Lake Michigan Beach, Michigan?
31.6% of adults (25+) in Lake Michigan Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.