Richland, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

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

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Richland, Michigan had a total population of 1,098, the 424th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $95,104, which is 31% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 31% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Michigan.
54.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Michigan.

Richland Quick Facts

Population 1,09890% MOE ±290

Median Household Income $95,10490% MOE ±$28,224

Median Home Value $289,30090% MOE ±$47,456

Poverty Rate 7.8%90% MOE ±7.6 pts

Unemployment Rate 4.5%90% MOE ±5.3 pts

Median Age 35.9 years90% MOE ±3.4 years

Homeownership Rate 77.3%90% MOE ±8.3 pts

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 54.5%90% MOE ±11.2 pts

Adults 25+ with high school education or higher 97.2%

Diversity Index 18/100

Population 1,098 424th of 745

Median Income $95,104 top 20%

Poverty Rate 7.8% 38% lower than national

Median Home Value $289,300 top 20%

How Richland 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	772	1,098	+42.2%
Median household income	$91,342	$95,104	No clear change (+4.1%)
Median home value¹	$226,573	$289,300	+27.7%
Median gross rent	$1,046	$1,375	No clear change (+31.4%)

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

How Richland Compares

Median Household Income

Richland

$95,104

$72,875

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Richland

$289,300

$231,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.4%

$25K-$50K 17.8%

$50K-$100K 25.1%

$100K+ 45.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.1%

$10K-$15K

3.6%

$15K-$20K

3.4%

$20K-$25K

2.3%

$25K-$30K

2.1%

$30K-$35K

1.8%

$35K-$40K

4.9%

$40K-$45K

1.6%

$45K-$50K

7.5%

$50K-$60K

8.8%

$60K-$75K

5.7%

$75K-$100K

10.6%

$100K-$125K

15.8%

$125K-$150K

4.1%

$150K-$200K

7.0%

$200K+

18.9%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7%|National: 5.2%

61.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.3%

Renter 22.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,375/mo 17.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

30.5%

18-34

16.6%

35-54

25.5%

55-74

15.9%

75+

11.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Richland Rankings in Michigan

#424 Population of 745

#90 Median Income of 732

#65 Education of 745

#105 Home Value of 730

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Other Cities in Kalamazoo County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Kalamazoo	73,076	$52,272	24.9%	$179,000
Portage	49,259	$83,212	7.1%	$262,300
Westwood	8,867	$58,205	14.1%	$193,400
Eastwood	6,669	$53,977	10.3%	$160,600
Comstock Northwest	5,391	$73,475	6.9%	$261,100
Vicksburg	3,934	$72,656	5.0%	$231,500
Galesburg	2,023	$52,153	25.7%	$120,800
Parchment	2,008	$72,798	6.6%	$184,000
South Gull Lake	1,801	$188,750	0.8%	N/A
Schoolcraft	1,275	$75,000	8.8%	$224,800

Cities Similar to Richland

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Weidman	1,156	N/A	N/A	17.7%	52.3%
Fostoria	1,050	$97,434	$123,300	7.8%	8.2%
Shoreham	1,100	$113,750	$304,800	58.0%	2.5%
Chums Corner	1,186	$100,855	$372,700	30.6%	0.0%
Vineyard Lake	1,031	$86,146	$306,100	44.4%	1.7%

Population Overview

Richland is a small community located in Michigan, within Kalamazoo County. The total population is 1,098. It ranks as the 424th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Richland is 35.9 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. With 30.5% of the population under 18, Richland has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 11.5% 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 Richland is $95,104. This is 31% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 18% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $289,300. Housing costs are 25% higher than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 73.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Richland has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.1%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Asian population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.

Education

54.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Richland in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 68% higher 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 97.2%. Notably, 24.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Richland, 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 Richland, Michigan?

Richland, Michigan has a population of 1,098 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Richland, MI?

The median household income in Richland is $95,104, which is 18% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Richland, MI?

The poverty rate in Richland is 7.8%. This means approximately 85 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Richland, Michigan?

Richland's population is 90.3% White, 0.3% Black, 6.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Richland, MI?

The median home value in Richland is $289,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Richland, Michigan?

54.5% of adults (25+) in Richland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 24.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.