New Lothrop, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Lothrop, Michigan had a total population of 733, the 490th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $72,344, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
New Lothrop Quick Facts
How New Lothrop Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 640 | 733 | +14.5% |
| Median household income | $78,500 | $72,344 | -7.8% |
| Median home value | $178,100 | $205,700 | +15.5% |
How New Lothrop Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
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+)
New Lothrop Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Shiawassee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owosso | 14,632 | $54,229 | 17.2% | $132,600 |
| Durand | 3,483 | $66,743 | 9.4% | $140,300 |
| Corunna | 3,037 | $46,141 | 14.8% | $151,000 |
| Perry | 2,073 | $75,321 | 19.1% | $164,000 |
| Laingsburg | 1,769 | $77,400 | 24.0% | $210,100 |
| Morrice | 1,550 | $66,071 | 17.1% | $121,900 |
| Middletown | 799 | $46,250 | 34.8% | $90,700 |
| Vernon | 697 | $69,625 | 16.1% | $133,400 |
| Byron | 617 | $58,958 | 12.4% | $165,400 |
| Bancroft | 469 | $90,000 | 9.8% | $135,600 |
Cities Similar to New Lothrop
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby | 714 | $69,077 | $223,800 | 12.1% | 2.7% |
| Lake City | 705 | $74,583 | $170,300 | 24.7% | 14.2% |
| Sanford | 716 | $68,000 | $175,600 | 39.6% | 9.5% |
| Pellston | 755 | $66,875 | $121,000 | 15.5% | 17.5% |
| Vernon | 697 | $69,625 | $133,400 | 14.3% | 16.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 733, New Lothrop's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
New Lothrop is a small community located in Michigan, within Shiawassee County. The total population is 733. It ranks as the 490th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Lothrop is 35.4 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in New Lothrop is $72,344. This is about the same as the state median of $72,875. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The survey records no unemployed residents in New Lothrop, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $205,700. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, New Lothrop is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
New Lothrop has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
21.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 90.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Lothrop, 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 Lothrop, Michigan?
New Lothrop, Michigan has a population of 733 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Lothrop, MI?
The median household income in New Lothrop is $72,344, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Lothrop, MI?
The poverty rate in New Lothrop is 13.6%. This means approximately 100 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Lothrop, Michigan?
New Lothrop's population is 97.1% White, 0.0% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Lothrop, MI?
The median home value in New Lothrop is $205,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is New Lothrop, Michigan?
21.5% of adults (25+) in New Lothrop hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.