Otisville, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Otisville, Michigan had a total population of 988, the 445th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $57,500, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.
Otisville Quick Facts
How Otisville 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 | 955 | 988 | +3.5% |
| Median household income | $60,500 | $57,500 | -5.0% |
| Median home value | $102,300 | $112,000 | +9.5% |
How Otisville 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+)
Otisville Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Genesee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flint | 80,175 | $37,646 | 34.1% | $53,500 |
| Burton | 29,500 | $60,052 | 16.1% | $141,600 |
| Beecher | 8,412 | $37,515 | 31.3% | $51,500 |
| Flushing | 8,284 | $80,025 | 7.0% | $204,500 |
| Grand Blanc | 7,987 | $68,052 | 9.0% | $235,500 |
| Lake Fenton | 6,417 | $116,352 | 7.2% | $396,800 |
| Swartz Creek | 5,853 | $71,571 | 10.9% | $174,200 |
| Davison | 5,076 | $48,814 | 16.1% | $181,200 |
| Linden | 4,160 | $79,464 | 4.4% | $239,700 |
| Mount Morris | 3,117 | $48,794 | 22.7% | $86,600 |
Cities Similar to Otisville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elsie | 1,000 | $59,318 | $114,000 | 6.9% | 11.9% |
| Bellaire | 1,008 | $55,789 | $230,100 | 31.7% | 14.0% |
| Ossineke | 1,019 | $59,583 | $159,200 | 13.3% | 10.0% |
| Memphis | 1,064 | $57,222 | $213,300 | 14.9% | 24.7% |
| Delton | 936 | $61,552 | $295,200 | 12.5% | 12.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 988, Otisville'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
Otisville is a small community located in Michigan, within Genesee County. The total population is 988. It ranks as the 445th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Otisville is 39.4 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Otisville is $57,500. This is 21% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.5%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 80% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $112,000. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Otisville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Otisville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 90.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Otisville, 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 Otisville, Michigan?
Otisville, Michigan has a population of 988 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Otisville, MI?
The median household income in Otisville is $57,500, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Otisville, MI?
The poverty rate in Otisville is 14.5%. This means approximately 143 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Otisville, Michigan?
Otisville's population is 92.8% White, 0.0% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Otisville, MI?
The median home value in Otisville is $112,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Otisville, Michigan?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Otisville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.