Tower, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tower, Michigan had a total population of 275, the 636th largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $56,250, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 30.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (30.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.4% is notably above the national average.
Tower Quick Facts
How Tower 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 | 271 | 275 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $42,167 | $56,250 | +33.4% |
| Median home value | $91,500 | $94,800 | +3.6% |
How Tower 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+)
Tower Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Cheboygan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheboygan | 4,820 | $42,290 | 14.9% | $123,200 |
| Indian River | 2,039 | $62,140 | 10.6% | $314,100 |
| Wolverine | 265 | $67,500 | 34.1% | $89,000 |
Cities Similar to Tower
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifford | 277 | $54,444 | $112,500 | 3.7% | 11.2% |
| Jasper | 282 | $56,111 | $122,300 | 7.0% | 19.5% |
| Prescott | 270 | $57,885 | $68,800 | 3.6% | 17.4% |
| Custer | 275 | $63,125 | $131,300 | 12.8% | 13.1% |
| Ewen | 281 | $60,625 | $77,500 | 28.8% | 21.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 275, Tower'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
Tower is a small community located in Michigan, within Cheboygan County. The total population is 275. It ranks as the 636th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tower is 39.4 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tower is $56,250. This is 23% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 30.6%. This is 131% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 9.4%. This is 65% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $94,800. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Tower 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 Tower is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (12.4% vs 5.9%).
Education
12.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 98.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tower, 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 Tower, Michigan?
Tower, Michigan has a population of 275 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tower, MI?
The median household income in Tower is $56,250, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tower, MI?
The poverty rate in Tower is 30.6%. This means approximately 84 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tower, Michigan?
Tower's population is 70.5% White, 0.0% Black, 12.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tower, MI?
The median home value in Tower is $94,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Tower, Michigan?
12.0% of adults (25+) in Tower hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.