Menominee County, Michigan Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Menominee County is located in Michigan with a total population of 23,295. It is the 61st most populous county out of 83 in Michigan. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Menominee County is 49.9 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 10.5% 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 Menominee County is $55,688. This is 22% lower than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $142,700. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $217,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Menominee County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Menominee County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 13.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 5.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

18.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 92.4%.