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Martin, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Martin, Michigan had a total population of 579, the 525th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $60,357, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.0%.

Martin Quick Facts

Population 57990% MOE ±135
Median Household Income $60,35790% MOE ±$10,712
Median Home Value $176,00090% MOE ±$12,270
Poverty Rate 5.0%90% MOE ±2.1 pts
Unemployment Rate 3.5%90% MOE ±3.7 pts
Median Age 38.5 years90% MOE ±1.8 years
Homeownership Rate 81.2%90% MOE ±7.5 pts
Affordability Ratio 2.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.9%90% MOE ±5.0 pts
Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 89.0%
Diversity Index 36/100
Population 579 525th of 745
Median Income $60,357 average
Poverty Rate 5.0% 60% lower than national
Median Home Value $176,000 average

How Martin 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.

Metric2015–20192020–2024Change
Population435579No clear change (+33.1%)
Median household income$61,228$60,357No clear change (-1.4%)
Median home value¹$142,393$176,000+23.6%
¹ The Census Bureau changed its home-value inflation adjustment beginning with the 2022 ACS; interpret that comparison with additional caution.

How Martin Compares

Median Household Income

Martin
$60,357
MI
$72,875
National
$80,734

Median Home Value

Martin
$176,000
MI
$231,600
National
$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.8%
$25K-$50K 23.8%
$50K-$100K 38.5%
$100K+ 24.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
1.8%
$10K-$15K
8.3%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
2.8%
$25K-$30K
2.3%
$30K-$35K
1.8%
$35K-$40K
0.9%
$40K-$45K
6.4%
$45K-$50K
12.4%
$50K-$60K
12.8%
$60K-$75K
11.5%
$75K-$100K
14.2%
$100K-$125K
6.4%
$125K-$150K
3.2%
$150K-$200K
4.6%
$200K+
10.5%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7%|National: 5.2%
63.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.2%
Renter 18.8%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $369/mo 7.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18
25.0%
18-34
15.5%
35-54
30.4%
55-74
24.7%
75+
4.3%

Race & Ethnicity

  • White: 78.8%
  • Black: 3.3%
  • Hispanic: 10.4%
  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Other: 0.7%

Diversity Index

36out of 100
Low Diversity

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: 10.9%
  • HS Diploma: 35.3%
  • Some College: 40.4%
  • Associate's: 2.4%
  • Bachelor's: 9.0%
  • Graduate+: 1.9%

Martin Rankings in Michigan

#525 Population of 745
#391 Median Income of 732
#610 Education of 745
#309 Home Value of 730

Other Cities in Allegan County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Allegan 5,172 $52,925 13.9% $176,600
Wayland 4,457 $74,464 9.9% $207,400
Otsego 4,074 $74,156 5.3% $160,500
South Haven 3,998 $68,239 15.8% $454,100
Plainwell 3,763 $66,525 10.4% $220,500
Dorr 3,702 $97,519 3.0% $277,600
Fennville 1,623 $59,167 24.9% $150,400
Douglas 1,427 $81,627 4.4% $426,400
Hopkins 773 $75,417 20.3% $241,700
Saugatuck 766 $121,178 11.0% $650,800

Cities Similar to Martin

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Millburg568$62,976$136,50026.5%20.4%
Tekonsha575$55,000$98,30018.5%21.6%
Gaines552$62,083$134,80011.7%7.1%
Peck589$54,758$117,0006.1%11.1%
Byron617$58,958$165,40018.1%12.4%

A note before these figures: with a population of 579, Martin'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

Martin is a small community located in Michigan, within Allegan County. The total population is 579. It ranks as the 525th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Martin is 38.5 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Martin is $60,357. 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 5.0%. This is 62% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $176,000. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Martin is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 73.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Martin is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.4%. The Black or African American population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (10.4% vs 5.9%).

Education

10.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% 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 89.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Martin, 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 Martin, Michigan?

Martin, Michigan has a population of 579 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Martin, MI?

The median household income in Martin is $60,357, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Martin, MI?

The poverty rate in Martin is 5.0%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Martin, Michigan?

Martin's population is 78.8% White, 3.3% Black, 10.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Martin, MI?

The median home value in Martin is $176,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.

How educated is Martin, Michigan?

10.9% of adults (25+) in Martin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.