Lupton, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lupton, Michigan had a total population of 206, the 675th largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $60,208, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Lupton Quick Facts
How Lupton 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 | 283 | 206 | -27.2% |
| Median home value | $77,500 | $77,500 | +0.0% |
How Lupton 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+)
Lupton Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Ogemaw County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skidway Lake | 3,008 | $39,265 | 37.9% | $59,100 |
| West Branch | 2,225 | $41,250 | 23.1% | $147,800 |
| Rose City | 575 | $25,179 | 32.2% | $101,700 |
| Prescott | 270 | $57,885 | 17.4% | $68,800 |
Cities Similar to Lupton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain | 204 | $58,750 | $102,300 | 9.7% | 46.8% |
| Riverdale | 216 | N/A | $90,500 | 16.5% | 40.3% |
| McBride | 195 | $59,821 | $117,700 | 12.9% | 21.0% |
| Falmouth | 222 | N/A | $145,000 | 15.2% | 9.0% |
| Paris | 202 | $68,281 | $155,600 | 25.3% | 18.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 206, Lupton'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
Lupton is a small community located in Michigan, within Ogemaw County. The total population is 206. It ranks as the 675th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lupton is 54.2 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. 11.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lupton is $60,208. This is 17% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 8.0%. This is 40% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $77,500. Housing costs are 67% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Lupton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lupton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
17.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 97.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lupton, 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 Lupton, Michigan?
Lupton, Michigan has a population of 206 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lupton, MI?
The median household income in Lupton is $60,208, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lupton, MI?
The poverty rate in Lupton is 16.0%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lupton, Michigan?
Lupton's population is 94.2% White, 0.0% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lupton, MI?
The median home value in Lupton is $77,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Lupton, Michigan?
17.0% of adults (25+) in Lupton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.