Temperance, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Temperance, Michigan had a total population of 8,914, the 114th largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $81,503, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Temperance Quick Facts
How Temperance 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 | 8,495 | 8,914 | +4.9% |
| Median household income | $76,069 | $81,503 | +7.1% |
| Median home value | $230,200 | $250,100 | +8.6% |
How Temperance 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+)
Temperance Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Monroe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe | 20,320 | $59,813 | 19.2% | $167,900 |
| Lambertville | 9,955 | $102,521 | 5.6% | $256,400 |
| South Monroe | 6,960 | $61,982 | 15.2% | $184,000 |
| Dundee | 5,744 | $78,837 | 5.2% | $257,300 |
| Detroit Beach | 2,771 | $76,524 | 11.4% | $170,100 |
| West Monroe | 2,711 | $48,317 | 31.8% | $109,200 |
| Carleton | 2,595 | $73,365 | 7.6% | $207,400 |
| South Rockwood | 1,924 | $78,203 | 11.5% | $226,500 |
| Woodland Beach | 1,919 | $73,750 | 16.3% | $183,700 |
| Stony Point | 1,825 | $53,872 | 14.2% | $215,900 |
Cities Similar to Temperance
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saline | 9,006 | $88,346 | $341,300 | 59.2% | 5.8% |
| Flushing | 8,284 | $80,025 | $204,500 | 30.3% | 7.0% |
| Mason | 8,249 | $79,117 | $198,000 | 36.5% | 5.3% |
| St. Joseph | 7,986 | $84,057 | $299,000 | 55.4% | 7.3% |
| Greenville | 8,995 | $63,285 | $184,200 | 19.7% | 11.5% |
Population Overview
Temperance is a small city located in Michigan, within Monroe County. The total population is 8,914. It ranks as the 114th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Temperance is 49.9 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Temperance is $81,503. This is 12% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $250,100. Housing costs are 8% higher than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 74.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Temperance has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.2%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 13.1%.
Education
31.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 93.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Temperance, 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 Temperance, Michigan?
Temperance, Michigan has a population of 8,914 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Temperance, MI?
The median household income in Temperance is $81,503, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Temperance, MI?
The poverty rate in Temperance is 6.6%. This means approximately 578 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Temperance, Michigan?
Temperance's population is 89.5% White, 0.3% Black, 6.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Temperance, MI?
The median home value in Temperance is $250,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Temperance, Michigan?
31.3% of adults (25+) in Temperance hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.