Sand Lake village, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sand Lake village, Michigan Demographics
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As of 2026, Sand Lake village, Michigan has a total population of 480, the 555th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $32,083, which is 55% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 55% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 8.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Sand Lake village Quick Facts

Population 480

Median Household Income $32,083

Median Home Value $152,800

Poverty Rate 11.9%

Unemployment Rate 3.8%

Median Age 43.8 years

Homeownership Rate 52.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 8.7%

High School Graduation Rate 84.1%

Diversity Index 24/100

Population 480 555th of 745

Median Income $32,083 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 11.9% 5% lower national

Median Home Value $152,800 average

How Sand Lake village Compares

Median Household Income

Sand Lake village

$32,083

$71,149

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sand Lake village

$152,800

$217,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 37.4%

$25K-$50K 22.4%

$50K-$100K 21.9%

$100K+ 18.3%

Employment

3.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

47.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.5%

Renter 47.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.0%

18-34

20.0%

35-54

20.0%

55-74

32.1%

75+

7.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 44 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Sand Lake village Rankings in Michigan

#555 Population of 745

#716 Median Income of 745

#652 Education of 745

#365 Home Value of 745

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Cities Similar to Sand Lake village

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Harrisville city	484	$36,089	$108,700	25.8%	23.8%
Whittemore city	447	$33,056	$59,600	8.3%	21.8%
Fairgrove village	492	$37,500	$75,600	7.2%	17.8%
Robin Glen-Indiantown CDP	545	$33,594	N/A	3.2%	25.9%
Mesick village	416	$31,250	$77,900	9.6%	29.1%

Population Overview

Sand Lake village is a small community located in Michigan. The total population is 480. It ranks as the 555th most populous out of 745 cities and towns in Michigan.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sand Lake village is 43.8 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sand Lake village is $32,083. This is 55% lower than the state median of $71,149. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 59% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $152,800. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $217,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 52.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% lower than the state average of 72.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Sand Lake village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 13.2%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.

Education

8.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% lower than the state rate of 31.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sand Lake village, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sand Lake village, Michigan?

Sand Lake village, Michigan has a population of 480 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sand Lake village, MI?

The median household income in Sand Lake village is $32,083, which is 59% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sand Lake village, MI?

The poverty rate in Sand Lake village is 11.9%. This means approximately 57 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sand Lake village, Michigan?

Sand Lake village's population is 86.5% White, 0.4% Black, 6.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sand Lake village, MI?

The median home value in Sand Lake village is $152,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

How educated is Sand Lake village, Michigan?

8.7% of adults (25+) in Sand Lake village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.