Peck, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Peck, Michigan had a total population of 589, the 523rd largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $54,758, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.1% 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 2.1x.
Peck Quick Facts
How Peck 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 | 571 | 589 | No clear change (+3.2%) |
| Median household income | $53,416 | $54,758 | No clear change (+2.5%) |
| Median home value¹ | $101,656 | $117,000 | No clear change (+15.1%) |
| Median gross rent | $729 | $870 | No clear change (+19.4%) |
How Peck Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 90.8%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 4.1%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 15.3%
- HS Diploma: 48.6%
- Some College: 17.8%
- Associate's: 12.2%
- Bachelor's: 4.5%
- Graduate+: 1.6%
Peck Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Sanilac County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandusky | 2,694 | $56,563 | 16.1% | $113,800 |
| Croswell | 2,488 | $55,081 | 17.1% | $149,600 |
| Marlette | 1,850 | $48,571 | 18.0% | $132,300 |
| Lexington | 1,126 | $45,694 | 11.9% | $184,500 |
| Deckerville | 1,042 | $53,125 | 20.7% | $82,100 |
| Port Sanilac | 812 | $52,083 | 11.7% | $158,800 |
| Carsonville | 463 | $57,647 | 19.3% | $101,300 |
| Applegate | 255 | $65,625 | 12.6% | $96,500 |
| Minden City | 203 | $49,583 | 21.2% | $106,300 |
| Snover | 192 | $46,346 | 21.9% | $120,500 |
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A note before these figures: with a population of 589, Peck'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
Peck is a small community located in Michigan, within Sanilac County. The total population is 589. It ranks as the 523rd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Peck is 44.6 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. 13.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Peck is $54,758. This is 25% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 30% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $117,000. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Peck is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Peck has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.1%.
Education
6.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 81% 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 84.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Peck, 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 Peck, Michigan?
Peck, Michigan has a population of 589 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Peck, MI?
The median household income in Peck is $54,758, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Peck, MI?
The poverty rate in Peck is 11.1%. This means approximately 62 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Peck, Michigan?
Peck's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 4.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Peck, MI?
The median home value in Peck is $117,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Peck, Michigan?
6.1% of adults (25+) in Peck hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.