Lapeer County, Michigan Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Lapeer County is located in Michigan with a total population of 88,703. It is the 23rd most populous county out of 83 in Michigan. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lapeer County is 44.6 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lapeer County is $76,228. This is 7% higher than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $229,100. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $217,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 86.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lapeer County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 13.2%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

19.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 31.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.3%.