Negaunee, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Negaunee, Michigan had a total population of 4,656, the 186th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $70,568, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Negaunee Quick Facts
How Negaunee 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.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,547 | 4,656 | +2.4% |
| Median household income | $64,488 | $70,568 | No clear change (+9.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $143,624 | $170,100 | +18.4% |
| Median gross rent | $786 | $861 | No clear change (+9.5%) |
How Negaunee Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 92.9%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 2.2%
- Asian: 0.1%
- Other: 0.1%
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+)
- < High School: 5.5%
- HS Diploma: 33.5%
- Some College: 17.8%
- Associate's: 10.0%
- Bachelor's: 24.8%
- Graduate+: 8.3%
Negaunee Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Marquette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marquette | 21,325 | $55,613 | 22.4% | $274,700 |
| Ishpeming | 6,181 | $52,754 | 18.7% | $111,900 |
| Harvey | 2,880 | $78,674 | 8.6% | $262,800 |
| West Ishpeming | 2,851 | $95,129 | 5.0% | $193,900 |
| K. I. Sawyer | 2,817 | $60,833 | 13.9% | $87,300 |
| Trowbridge Park | 2,396 | $50,125 | 11.7% | $239,600 |
| Gwinn | 1,435 | $46,414 | 12.4% | $117,000 |
| Republic | 519 | $37,083 | 18.3% | $74,400 |
| Palmer | 309 | $65,833 | 5.2% | $83,900 |
| Big Bay | 306 | $51,953 | 21.3% | $273,100 |
Cities Similar to Negaunee
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coopersville | 4,848 | $67,131 | $244,100 | 26.3% | 9.5% |
| Wayland | 4,457 | $74,464 | $207,400 | 25.5% | 9.9% |
| Middleville | 4,380 | $73,625 | $226,700 | 25.9% | 7.7% |
| Hancock | 4,574 | $59,519 | $165,600 | 44.6% | 19.1% |
| Pearl Beach | 4,506 | $83,208 | $301,700 | 20.4% | 10.0% |
Population Overview
Negaunee is a small community located in Michigan, within Marquette County. The total population is 4,656. It ranks as the 186th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Negaunee is 38.4 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Negaunee is $70,568. This is 3% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $170,100. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Negaunee is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Negaunee has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
33.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% higher 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 94.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Negaunee, 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 Negaunee, Michigan?
Negaunee, Michigan has a population of 4,656 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Negaunee, MI?
The median household income in Negaunee is $70,568, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Negaunee, MI?
The poverty rate in Negaunee is 12.4%. This means approximately 566 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Negaunee, Michigan?
Negaunee's population is 92.9% White, 0.0% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Negaunee, MI?
The median home value in Negaunee is $170,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Negaunee, Michigan?
33.1% of adults (25+) in Negaunee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.