Turner, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Turner, Michigan had a total population of 86, the 733rd largest village in Michigan. The poverty rate is 20.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Turner Quick Facts
How Turner 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 | 88 | 86 | -2.3% |
How Turner 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+)
Turner Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Arenac County
Cities Similar to Turner
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eureka | 88 | $78,750 | N/A | 47.9% | 12.5% |
| Eagle River | 83 | $78,750 | $350,000 | 58.2% | 8.6% |
| Maple Grove | 82 | N/A | $569,400 | 63.4% | 0.0% |
| Ahmeek | 93 | $41,250 | $90,400 | 17.4% | 20.4% |
| Eagle | 93 | $83,750 | $168,800 | 9.0% | 8.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 86, Turner'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
Turner is a small community located in Michigan, within Arenac County. The total population is 86. It ranks as the 733rd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Turner is 53.2 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 20.9%. This is 58% 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 2.9%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $95,600. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $231,600. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Turner is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.0%.
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 32.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 72.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Turner, 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 Turner, Michigan?
Turner, Michigan has a population of 86 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Turner, MI?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Turner — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Turner, MI?
The poverty rate in Turner is 20.9%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Turner, Michigan?
Turner's population is 84.9% White, 0.0% Black, 7.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Turner, MI?
The median home value in Turner is $95,600.
How educated is Turner, Michigan?
8.7% of adults (25+) in Turner hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.