Olivet city, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Olivet city, Michigan Demographics
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As of 2026, Olivet city, Michigan has a total population of 1,633, the 348th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $44,940, which is 37% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 37% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 14.1% is notably above the national average.

Olivet city Quick Facts

Population 1,633

Median Household Income $44,940

Median Home Value $137,300

Poverty Rate 16.6%

Unemployment Rate 14.1%

Median Age 21.6 years

Homeownership Rate 49.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.7%

High School Graduation Rate 95.0%

Diversity Index 35/100

Population 1,633 348th of 745

Median Income $44,940 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 16.6% 33% higher national

Median Home Value $137,300 average

How Olivet city Compares

Median Household Income

Olivet city

$44,940

$71,149

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Olivet city

$137,300

$217,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.0%

$25K-$50K 33.3%

$50K-$100K 25.6%

$100K+ 20.1%

Employment

14.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

55.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 49.2%

Renter 50.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

11.3%

18-34

59.3%

35-54

13.3%

55-74

12.6%

75+

3.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 44 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Olivet city Rankings in Michigan

#348 Population of 745

#609 Median Income of 745

#277 Education of 745

#406 Home Value of 745

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Other Cities in Eaton County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Charlotte city	9,269	$63,385	11.7%	$140,500
Grand Ledge city	7,797	$66,515	6.0%	$189,300
Eaton Rapids city	5,197	$63,618	10.2%	$140,600
Potterville city	3,065	$62,054	14.0%	$125,400

Cities Similar to Olivet city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
White Pigeon village	1,637	$44,063	$143,100	9.3%	24.7%
Tawas City city	1,654	$46,797	$124,000	19.7%	11.2%
Homer village	1,584	$49,271	$119,600	10.7%	15.3%
Marlette city	1,771	$44,375	$116,900	11.8%	17.5%
Harbor Beach city	1,576	$39,844	$104,200	17.3%	17.1%

Population Overview

Olivet city is a small community located in Michigan, within Eaton County. The total population is 1,633. It ranks as the 348th most populous out of 745 cities and towns in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Olivet city is 21.6 years. This is 46% lower than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 11.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Olivet city is $44,940. This is 37% lower than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 43% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 14.1%. This is 143% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $137,300. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $217,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 49.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% lower than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Olivet city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 11.6%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

24.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 95.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Olivet city, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Olivet city, Michigan?

Olivet city, Michigan has a population of 1,633 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Olivet city, MI?

The median household income in Olivet city is $44,940, which is 43% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Olivet city, MI?

The poverty rate in Olivet city is 16.6%. This means approximately 169 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Olivet city, Michigan?

Olivet city's population is 79.7% White, 11.6% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Olivet city, MI?

The median home value in Olivet city is $137,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Olivet city, Michigan?

24.7% of adults (25+) in Olivet city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.