Osceola County, Michigan Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Osceola County is located in Michigan with a total population of 23,122. It is the 62nd most populous county out of 83 in Michigan. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Osceola County is 43.8 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Osceola County is $57,050. This is 20% lower than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 27% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $139,600. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $217,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Osceola County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Osceola County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 13.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 5.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

16.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 89.7%.