Lakes of the North, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lakes of the North, Michigan had a total population of 1,524, the 360th largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $82,188, which is 13% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.
Lakes of the North Quick Facts
How Lakes of the North 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 | 1,076 | 1,524 | +41.6% |
| Median household income | $65,536 | $82,188 | +25.4% |
| Median home value | $169,600 | $232,100 | +36.9% |
How Lakes of the North 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+)
Lakes of the North Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Antrim County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Rapids | 1,624 | $70,938 | 3.7% | $393,400 |
| Mancelona | 1,476 | $51,691 | 16.8% | $131,400 |
| Central Lake | 1,051 | $63,269 | 8.7% | $167,100 |
| Bellaire | 1,008 | $55,789 | 14.0% | $230,100 |
| Eastport | 311 | $55,761 | 14.8% | $331,300 |
| Alba | 282 | $100,870 | 1.8% | N/A |
| Ellsworth | 265 | $61,000 | 8.7% | $160,200 |
| Alden | 133 | $56,250 | 0.0% | $311,400 |
Cities Similar to Lakes of the North
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenna | 1,540 | $77,857 | $204,300 | 25.6% | 6.3% |
| Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert | 1,459 | $83,204 | $343,000 | 49.2% | 5.7% |
| Greilickville | 1,519 | $93,750 | $418,500 | 47.5% | 3.3% |
| Douglas | 1,427 | $81,627 | $426,400 | 57.0% | 4.4% |
| Hemlock | 1,529 | $102,188 | $221,800 | 29.0% | 8.4% |
Population Overview
Lakes of the North is a small community located in Michigan, within Antrim County. The total population is 1,524. It ranks as the 360th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lakes of the North is 45.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lakes of the North is $82,188. This is 13% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $232,100. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Lakes of the North is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lakes of the North has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
27.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 97.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lakes of the North, 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 Lakes of the North, Michigan?
Lakes of the North, Michigan has a population of 1,524 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lakes of the North, MI?
The median household income in Lakes of the North is $82,188, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lakes of the North, MI?
The poverty rate in Lakes of the North is 9.3%. This means approximately 141 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lakes of the North, Michigan?
Lakes of the North's population is 95.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lakes of the North, MI?
The median home value in Lakes of the North is $232,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Lakes of the North, Michigan?
27.4% of adults (25+) in Lakes of the North hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.