Ovid, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology

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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.2x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ovid, Michigan had a total population of 1,370, the 383rd largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $50,145, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.

Ovid Quick Facts

Population 1,37090% MOE ±200

Median Household Income $50,14590% MOE ±$4,902

Median Home Value $110,60090% MOE ±$14,472

Poverty Rate 22.4%90% MOE ±11.0 pts

Unemployment Rate 0.8%90% MOE ±1.3 pts

Median Age 36.9 years90% MOE ±4.2 years

Homeownership Rate 65.8%90% MOE ±10.6 pts

Affordability Ratio 2.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 8.9%90% MOE ±4.5 pts

Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 89.6%

Diversity Index 35/100

Population 1,370 383rd of 745

Median Income $50,145 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 22.4% 80% higher than national

Median Home Value $110,600 bottom 30%

How Ovid 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	1,698	1,370	-19.3%
Median household income	$59,382	$50,145	No clear change (-15.6%)
Median home value¹	$90,457	$110,600	+22.3%
Median gross rent	$791	$849	No clear change (+7.3%)

¹ The Census Bureau changed its home-value inflation adjustment beginning with the 2022 ACS; interpret that comparison with additional caution.

How Ovid Compares

Median Household Income

Ovid

$50,145

$72,875

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Ovid

$110,600

$231,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.4%

$25K-$50K 31.2%

$50K-$100K 35.3%

$100K+ 15.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

6.1%

$10K-$15K

3.9%

$15K-$20K

4.6%

$20K-$25K

3.7%

$25K-$30K

9.1%

$30K-$35K

3.4%

$35K-$40K

4.3%

$40K-$45K

7.8%

$45K-$50K

6.6%

$50K-$60K

14.6%

$60K-$75K

9.3%

$75K-$100K

11.4%

$100K-$125K

9.8%

$125K-$150K

1.8%

$150K-$200K

3.0%

$200K+

0.5%

Employment

0.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7%|National: 5.2%

56.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.8%

Renter 34.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $849/mo 20.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.5%

18-34

19.8%

35-54

25.0%

55-74

20.4%

75+

8.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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+)

Ovid Rankings in Michigan

#383 Population of 745

#562 Median Income of 732

#653 Education of 745

#576 Home Value of 730

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Other Cities in Clinton County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
St. Johns	7,715	$68,728	12.5%	$192,400
DeWitt	4,777	$110,341	5.6%	$309,900
Bath	2,896	$60,417	6.1%	$205,800
Wacousta	1,711	$109,250	2.8%	$283,700
Fowler	1,387	$74,282	3.1%	$197,400
Lake Victoria	1,006	$120,156	0.0%	$370,800
Elsie	1,000	$59,318	11.9%	$114,000
Westphalia	980	$77,386	9.1%	$251,800
Maple Rapids	727	$51,786	34.7%	$131,000
Hubbardston	464	$83,750	11.0%	$128,400

Cities Similar to Ovid

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Ontonagon	1,355	$50,164	$105,200	18.7%	10.4%
Stockbridge	1,383	$49,545	$192,500	26.1%	8.2%
Webberville	1,375	$57,679	$162,100	10.6%	18.7%
Newberry	1,329	$45,781	$68,500	18.3%	29.7%
Stanton	1,285	$48,750	$114,900	8.8%	31.2%

Population Overview

Ovid is a small community located in Michigan, within Clinton County. The total population is 1,370. It ranks as the 383rd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ovid is 36.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ovid is $50,145. This is 31% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.4%. This is 70% 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 0.8%. This is 85% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $110,600. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Ovid is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 73.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Ovid is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.5%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (11.5% vs 5.9%).

Education

8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% 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 89.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Ovid, 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 Ovid, Michigan?

Ovid, Michigan has a population of 1,370 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Ovid, MI?

The median household income in Ovid is $50,145, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Ovid, MI?

The poverty rate in Ovid is 22.4%. This means approximately 296 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Ovid, Michigan?

Ovid's population is 79.0% White, 0.9% Black, 11.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Ovid, MI?

The median home value in Ovid is $110,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.

How educated is Ovid, Michigan?

8.9% of adults (25+) in Ovid hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.