Newberry, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Newberry, Michigan had a total population of 1,329, the 390th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $45,781, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 29.7%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
- Unemployment rate of 10.8% is notably above the national average.
Newberry Quick Facts
How Newberry 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 | 1,368 | 1,329 | No clear change (-2.9%) |
| Median household income | $43,417 | $45,781 | No clear change (+5.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $60,797 | $68,500 | No clear change (+12.7%) |
| Median gross rent | $855 | $710 | No clear change (-17.0%) |
How Newberry 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: 83.2%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 2.6%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 5.2%
- HS Diploma: 41.7%
- Some College: 21.5%
- Associate's: 13.4%
- Bachelor's: 11.6%
- Graduate+: 6.7%
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Cities Similar to Newberry
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Cloud | 1,280 | $45,192 | $165,900 | 14.4% | 15.1% |
| Stanton | 1,285 | $48,750 | $114,900 | 8.8% | 31.2% |
| Ontonagon | 1,355 | $50,164 | $105,200 | 18.7% | 10.4% |
| Ovid | 1,370 | $50,145 | $110,600 | 8.9% | 22.4% |
| Stockbridge | 1,383 | $49,545 | $192,500 | 26.1% | 8.2% |
Population Overview
Newberry is a small community located in Michigan, within Luce County. The total population is 1,329. It ranks as the 390th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Newberry is 36.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Newberry is $45,781. This is 37% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 29.7%. This is 125% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 10.8%. This is 89% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $68,500. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Newberry is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Newberry is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
18.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Newberry, 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 Newberry, Michigan?
Newberry, Michigan has a population of 1,329 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Newberry, MI?
The median household income in Newberry is $45,781, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Newberry, MI?
The poverty rate in Newberry is 29.7%. This means approximately 384 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Newberry, Michigan?
Newberry's population is 83.2% White, 0.0% Black, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Newberry, MI?
The median home value in Newberry is $68,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Newberry, Michigan?
18.3% of adults (25+) in Newberry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.