Leslie, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Leslie, Michigan had a total population of 2,129, the 292nd largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $73,654, which is 1% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Leslie Quick Facts
How Leslie 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 | 2,028 | 2,129 | No clear change (+5.0%) |
| Median household income | $73,522 | $73,654 | No clear change (+0.2%) |
| Median home value¹ | $127,624 | $149,700 | +17.3% |
| Median gross rent | $965 | $1,057 | No clear change (+9.5%) |
How Leslie 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: 87.4%
- Black: 0.1%
- Hispanic: 8.3%
- Asian: 0.9%
- 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: 7.1%
- HS Diploma: 30.6%
- Some College: 34.3%
- Associate's: 7.5%
- Bachelor's: 15.1%
- Graduate+: 5.3%
Leslie Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Ingham County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansing | 113,023 | $54,382 | 20.1% | $128,700 |
| East Lansing | 45,758 | $45,687 | 33.0% | $270,800 |
| Okemos | 26,396 | $102,612 | 14.5% | $359,200 |
| Holt | 25,316 | $86,472 | 11.3% | $226,400 |
| Haslett | 18,559 | $74,031 | 10.4% | $286,100 |
| Mason | 8,249 | $79,117 | 5.3% | $198,000 |
| Williamston | 3,807 | $71,379 | 9.2% | $226,800 |
| Edgemont Park | 2,551 | $62,543 | 13.5% | $162,400 |
| Stockbridge | 1,383 | $49,545 | 8.2% | $192,500 |
| Webberville | 1,375 | $57,679 | 18.7% | $162,100 |
Cities Similar to Leslie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constantine | 2,154 | $73,320 | $115,200 | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Auburn | 2,124 | $71,653 | $168,000 | 38.6% | 6.6% |
| Perry | 2,073 | $75,321 | $164,000 | 23.1% | 19.1% |
| Lake Isabella | 2,085 | $77,500 | $184,000 | 33.0% | 5.8% |
| Parchment | 2,008 | $72,798 | $184,000 | 23.5% | 6.6% |
Population Overview
Leslie is a small community located in Michigan, within Ingham County. The total population is 2,129. It ranks as the 292nd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Leslie is 32.0 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. With 30.3% of the population under 18, Leslie has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Leslie is $73,654. This is 1% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $149,700. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Leslie is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Leslie has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.3%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
20.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Leslie, 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 Leslie, Michigan?
Leslie, Michigan has a population of 2,129 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Leslie, MI?
The median household income in Leslie is $73,654, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Leslie, MI?
The poverty rate in Leslie is 12.9%. This means approximately 275 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Leslie, Michigan?
Leslie's population is 87.4% White, 0.1% Black, 8.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Leslie, MI?
The median home value in Leslie is $149,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Leslie, Michigan?
20.4% of adults (25+) in Leslie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.