Lapeer, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lapeer, Michigan had a total population of 9,082, the 109th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $52,716, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.5%.
Lapeer Quick Facts
How Lapeer 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 | 8,676 | 9,082 | +4.7% |
| Median household income | $48,246 | $52,716 | No clear change (+9.3%) |
| Median home value¹ | $137,716 | $178,400 | +29.5% |
| Median gross rent | $923 | $1,002 | No clear change (+8.6%) |
How Lapeer 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: 76.8%
- Black: 8.3%
- Hispanic: 5.6%
- Asian: 0.7%
- 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: 12.6%
- HS Diploma: 35.8%
- Some College: 25.1%
- Associate's: 10.1%
- Bachelor's: 12.9%
- Graduate+: 3.6%
Lapeer Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Lapeer County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imlay City | 3,721 | $59,911 | 23.5% | $150,000 |
| Almont | 2,838 | $83,537 | 8.4% | $246,500 |
| Dryden | 1,182 | $70,352 | 4.6% | $208,300 |
| North Branch | 1,166 | $56,731 | 15.3% | $152,000 |
| Brown City | 1,139 | $58,750 | 18.6% | $127,700 |
| Barnes Lake | 952 | $79,400 | 3.5% | $225,900 |
| Columbiaville | 754 | $54,135 | 11.7% | $142,600 |
| Metamora | 693 | $85,750 | 6.0% | $270,900 |
| Attica | 627 | $39,318 | 13.4% | $186,300 |
| Millers Lake | 554 | $70,298 | 21.5% | $216,700 |
Cities Similar to Lapeer
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alma | 9,396 | $53,307 | $115,900 | 28.0% | 21.7% |
| Westwood | 8,867 | $58,205 | $193,400 | 51.0% | 14.1% |
| Center Line | 8,463 | $54,703 | $156,600 | 16.7% | 16.8% |
| Greenville | 8,995 | $63,285 | $184,200 | 19.7% | 11.5% |
| Charlotte | 9,277 | $62,681 | $153,900 | 18.2% | 11.1% |
Population Overview
Lapeer is a small city located in Michigan, within Lapeer County. The total population is 9,082. It ranks as the 109th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lapeer is 39.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lapeer is $52,716. This is 28% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.5%. This is 85% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $178,400. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 50.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lapeer is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.3%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
16.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 87.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lapeer, 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 Lapeer, Michigan?
Lapeer, Michigan has a population of 9,082 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lapeer, MI?
The median household income in Lapeer is $52,716, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lapeer, MI?
The poverty rate in Lapeer is 24.5%. This means approximately 1,919 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lapeer, Michigan?
Lapeer's population is 76.8% White, 8.3% Black, 5.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lapeer, MI?
The median home value in Lapeer is $178,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Lapeer, Michigan?
16.5% of adults (25+) in Lapeer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.