Roseville, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Roseville, Michigan had a total population of 47,123, the 26th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $62,182, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Roseville Quick Facts
How Roseville 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 | 47,240 | 47,123 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $61,222 | $62,182 | +1.6% |
| Median home value | $142,700 | $155,800 | +9.2% |
How Roseville 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Roseville Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Macomb County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warren | 137,928 | $64,016 | 14.8% | $193,400 |
| Sterling Heights | 133,573 | $79,909 | 11.1% | $274,300 |
| St. Clair Shores | 58,140 | $73,500 | 8.4% | $210,700 |
| Eastpointe | 33,982 | $62,325 | 17.5% | $142,200 |
| Mount Clemens | 15,511 | $52,310 | 16.4% | $179,400 |
| Fraser | 14,583 | $64,354 | 10.4% | $215,900 |
| New Baltimore | 12,072 | $106,033 | 5.4% | $323,200 |
| Center Line | 8,463 | $54,703 | 16.8% | $156,600 |
| New Haven | 6,475 | $66,125 | 13.8% | $209,000 |
| Richmond | 5,855 | $64,719 | 13.5% | $237,700 |
Cities Similar to Roseville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek | 52,374 | $55,693 | $141,900 | 21.9% | 17.6% |
| Midland | 42,724 | $73,325 | $203,900 | 44.6% | 10.3% |
| East Lansing | 45,758 | $45,687 | $270,800 | 66.6% | 33.0% |
| Portage | 49,259 | $83,212 | $262,300 | 47.9% | 7.1% |
| Lincoln Park | 39,257 | $58,616 | $131,000 | 11.5% | 21.5% |
Population Overview
Roseville is a mid-sized community located in Michigan, within Macomb County. The total population is 47,123. It ranks as the 26th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Roseville is 41.0 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Roseville is $62,182. This is 15% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $155,800. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Roseville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.6% 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 Roseville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 24.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (24.4% vs 13.1%). The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 3.4%.
Education
15.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 90.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Roseville, 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 Roseville, Michigan?
Roseville, Michigan has a population of 47,123 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Roseville, MI?
The median household income in Roseville is $62,182, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Roseville, MI?
The poverty rate in Roseville is 12.5%. This means approximately 5,884 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Roseville, Michigan?
Roseville's population is 65.1% White, 24.4% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Roseville, MI?
The median home value in Roseville is $155,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Roseville, Michigan?
15.5% of adults (25+) in Roseville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.