Mason County, Michigan Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Mason County is located in Michigan with a total population of 29,177. It is the 49th most populous county out of 83 in Michigan. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mason County is 47.2 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mason County is $62,296. This is 12% lower than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.6%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $199,300. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $217,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Mason County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.8%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 13.2%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

25.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 31.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.4%.