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New Haven, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Haven, Michigan had a total population of 6,475, the 150th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $66,125, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

New Haven Quick Facts

Population 6,475
Median Household Income $66,125
Median Home Value $209,000
Poverty Rate 13.8%
Unemployment Rate 3.3%
Median Age 30.2 years
Homeownership Rate 77.2%
Affordability Ratio 3.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.7%
High School Graduation Rate 92.2%
Diversity Index 47/100
Population 6,475 150th of 745
Median Income $66,125 average
Poverty Rate 13.8% 11% higher than national
Median Home Value $209,000 above average

How New Haven Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population6,3416,475+2.1%
Median household income$68,203$66,125-3.0%
Median home value$207,600$209,000+0.7%

How New Haven Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.7%
$25K-$50K 18.0%
$50K-$100K 34.0%
$100K+ 32.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.7%
$10K-$15K
9.2%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
2.9%
$25K-$30K
3.6%
$30K-$35K
5.1%
$35K-$40K
0.6%
$40K-$45K
2.6%
$45K-$50K
6.1%
$50K-$60K
10.9%
$60K-$75K
11.6%
$75K-$100K
11.5%
$100K-$125K
8.4%
$125K-$150K
8.8%
$150K-$200K
10.7%
$200K+
4.3%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7%|National: 5.2%
62.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.2%
Renter 22.8%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,268/mo 23.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

47out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

New Haven Rankings in Michigan

#150 Population of 745
#303 Median Income of 732
#322 Education of 745
#237 Home Value of 730

Other Cities in Macomb County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Warren 137,928 $64,016 14.8% $193,400
Sterling Heights 133,573 $79,909 11.1% $274,300
St. Clair Shores 58,140 $73,500 8.4% $210,700
Roseville 47,123 $62,182 12.5% $155,800
Eastpointe 33,982 $62,325 17.5% $142,200
Mount Clemens 15,511 $52,310 16.4% $179,400
Fraser 14,583 $64,354 10.4% $215,900
New Baltimore 12,072 $106,033 5.4% $323,200
Center Line 8,463 $54,703 16.8% $156,600
Richmond 5,855 $64,719 13.5% $237,700

Cities Similar to New Haven

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Manistee6,275$60,541$164,10023.1%16.8%
Holly5,964$64,305$192,30021.6%8.5%
South Monroe6,960$61,982$184,00017.1%15.2%
Richmond5,855$64,719$237,70025.1%13.5%
Marshall6,804$76,050$173,50042.1%5.7%

Population Overview

New Haven is a small city located in Michigan, within Macomb County. The total population is 6,475. It ranks as the 150th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in New Haven is 30.2 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. With 36.2% of the population under 18, New Haven has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in New Haven is $66,125. This is 9% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $209,000. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 77.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 73.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in New Haven is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 16.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.

Education

22.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 92.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for New Haven, 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 New Haven, Michigan?

New Haven, Michigan has a population of 6,475 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in New Haven, MI?

The median household income in New Haven is $66,125, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in New Haven, MI?

The poverty rate in New Haven is 13.8%. This means approximately 894 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of New Haven, Michigan?

New Haven's population is 70.2% White, 16.6% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in New Haven, MI?

The median home value in New Haven is $209,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is New Haven, Michigan?

22.7% of adults (25+) in New Haven hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.