Luther, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Luther, Michigan had a total population of 303, the 622nd largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $54,167, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 32.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.3% is notably above the national average.
Luther Quick Facts
How Luther 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 | 375 | 303 | -19.2% |
| Median household income | $58,125 | $54,167 | -6.8% |
| Median home value | $107,100 | $102,300 | -4.5% |
How Luther 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+)
Luther Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Lake County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwin | 1,261 | $25,250 | 38.9% | $106,300 |
Cities Similar to Luther
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bay | 306 | $51,953 | $273,100 | 33.5% | 21.3% |
| Ramsay | 312 | $54,643 | $67,700 | 6.6% | 19.9% |
| Gagetown | 311 | $55,000 | $77,100 | 9.8% | 19.0% |
| Montgomery | 301 | $51,250 | $95,000 | 9.0% | 38.5% |
| Eastport | 311 | $55,761 | $331,300 | 27.7% | 14.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 303, Luther'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
Luther is a small community located in Michigan, within Lake County. The total population is 303. It ranks as the 622nd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Luther is 42.8 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Luther is $54,167. This is 26% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 32.3%. This is 145% 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 9.3%. This is 63% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $102,300. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Luther is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Luther has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.9%.
Education
21.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 83.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Luther, 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 Luther, Michigan?
Luther, Michigan has a population of 303 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Luther, MI?
The median household income in Luther is $54,167, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Luther, MI?
The poverty rate in Luther is 32.3%. This means approximately 98 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Luther, Michigan?
Luther's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 7.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Luther, MI?
The median home value in Luther is $102,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Luther, Michigan?
21.3% of adults (25+) in Luther hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.