Montmorency County, Michigan Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Montmorency County is located in Michigan with a total population of 9,372. It is the 76th most populous county out of 83 in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Montmorency County is 56.7 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 14.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 12.3% 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 Montmorency County is $47,803. This is 33% lower than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 39% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.9%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $142,000. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $217,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 87.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Montmorency County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.6%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 13.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 5.7%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 89.4%.