Utica, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Utica, Michigan had a total population of 5,180, the 175th largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $58,718, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Utica Quick Facts
How Utica Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,006 | 5,180 | +3.5% |
| Median household income | $68,960 | $58,718 | -14.9% |
| Median home value¹ | $192,975 | $231,100 | +19.8% |
| Median gross rent | $1,088 | $1,131 | No clear change (+4.0%) |
How Utica Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 82.6%
- Black: 3.4%
- Hispanic: 5.3%
- Asian: 4.5%
- Other: 1.0%
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+)
- < High School: 4.7%
- HS Diploma: 31.0%
- Some College: 19.8%
- Associate's: 12.5%
- Bachelor's: 21.8%
- Graduate+: 10.2%
Utica 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 |
| Roseville | 47,123 | $62,182 | 12.5% | $155,800 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Utica
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsford | 5,124 | $61,635 | $132,100 | 28.4% | 9.0% |
| Eaton Rapids | 5,183 | $63,875 | $155,800 | 15.1% | 13.5% |
| Gladstone | 5,253 | $54,970 | $118,600 | 20.5% | 14.1% |
| Allegan | 5,172 | $52,925 | $176,600 | 17.9% | 13.9% |
| Michigan Center | 4,999 | $63,704 | $167,100 | 20.6% | 4.5% |
Population Overview
Utica is a small city located in Michigan, within Macomb County. The total population is 5,180. It ranks as the 175th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Utica is 45.3 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Utica is $58,718. This is 19% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $231,100. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 59.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Utica is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.3%. The Black or African American population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 13.1%.
Education
32.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 1% 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 95.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Utica, 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 Utica, Michigan?
Utica, Michigan has a population of 5,180 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Utica, MI?
The median household income in Utica is $58,718, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Utica, MI?
The poverty rate in Utica is 7.5%. This means approximately 386 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Utica, Michigan?
Utica's population is 82.6% White, 3.4% Black, 5.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Utica, MI?
The median home value in Utica is $231,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Utica, Michigan?
32.0% of adults (25+) in Utica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.