Parma, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Parma, Michigan had a total population of 624, the 514th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $71,250, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.4%.
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 2.2x.
- Unemployment rate of 13.9% is notably above the national average.
Parma Quick Facts
How Parma 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 | 653 | 624 | -4.4% |
| Median household income | $71,413 | $71,250 | -0.2% |
| Median home value | $121,300 | $158,500 | +30.7% |
How Parma 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+)
Parma Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 31,058 | $44,558 | 24.6% | $103,200 |
| Michigan Center | 4,999 | $63,704 | 4.5% | $167,100 |
| Vandercook Lake | 4,375 | $59,262 | 7.0% | $136,600 |
| Spring Arbor | 2,275 | $63,631 | 4.4% | $225,000 |
| Grass Lake | 1,186 | $80,938 | 5.6% | $205,100 |
| Brooklyn | 1,180 | $56,324 | 9.0% | $200,000 |
| Concord | 1,118 | $60,625 | 13.5% | $176,800 |
| Vineyard Lake | 1,031 | $86,146 | 1.7% | $306,100 |
| Springport | 871 | $46,417 | 25.0% | $99,200 |
| Napoleon | 745 | $54,076 | 7.3% | $153,900 |
Cities Similar to Parma
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunfield | 658 | $69,821 | $156,000 | 6.1% | 16.0% |
| Eau Claire | 576 | $72,619 | $115,600 | 27.6% | 15.4% |
| Hermansville | 666 | $66,964 | $82,700 | 7.9% | 8.1% |
| Byron | 617 | $58,958 | $165,400 | 18.1% | 12.4% |
| Vernon | 697 | $69,625 | $133,400 | 14.3% | 16.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 624, Parma'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
Parma is a small community located in Michigan, within Jackson County. The total population is 624. It ranks as the 514th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Parma is 35.3 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Parma is $71,250. This is 2% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 25% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 13.9%. This is 143% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $158,500. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Parma is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Parma is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.8%. The Black or African American population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
21.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 Parma, 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 Parma, Michigan?
Parma, Michigan has a population of 624 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Parma, MI?
The median household income in Parma is $71,250, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Parma, MI?
The poverty rate in Parma is 16.4%. This means approximately 100 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Parma, Michigan?
Parma's population is 83.8% White, 5.0% Black, 7.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Parma, MI?
The median home value in Parma is $158,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Parma, Michigan?
21.9% of adults (25+) in Parma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.