Walled Lake, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Walled Lake, Michigan had a total population of 7,299, the 143rd largest city in Michigan, with a median household income of $72,055, which is 1% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Walled Lake Quick Facts
How Walled Lake 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 | 7,275 | 7,299 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $67,335 | $72,055 | +7.0% |
| Median home value | $213,000 | $224,200 | +5.3% |
How Walled Lake 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+)
Walled Lake Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Oakland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 87,898 | $120,045 | 5.4% | $420,300 |
| Farmington Hills | 83,515 | $104,836 | 7.6% | $354,500 |
| Rochester Hills | 77,089 | $120,694 | 5.2% | $409,800 |
| Southfield | 76,236 | $68,166 | 10.3% | $236,200 |
| Novi | 66,717 | $110,723 | 5.4% | $421,900 |
| Pontiac | 62,104 | $44,329 | 24.4% | $121,700 |
| Royal Oak | 57,950 | $101,109 | 6.2% | $328,700 |
| Oak Park | 29,318 | $71,510 | 12.0% | $212,300 |
| Madison Heights | 28,419 | $69,503 | 10.8% | $199,100 |
| Auburn Hills | 25,105 | $84,375 | 11.1% | $245,000 |
Cities Similar to Walled Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Johns | 7,715 | $68,728 | $192,400 | 26.5% | 12.5% |
| Shields | 7,402 | $82,125 | $174,500 | 30.8% | 13.1% |
| Grand Ledge | 7,804 | $68,980 | $194,000 | 37.4% | 6.2% |
| Marshall | 6,804 | $76,050 | $173,500 | 42.1% | 5.7% |
| Brighton | 7,688 | $80,682 | $339,000 | 48.6% | 8.1% |
Population Overview
Walled Lake is a small city located in Michigan, within Oakland County. The total population is 7,299. It ranks as the 143rd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Walled Lake is 40.4 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Walled Lake is $72,055. This is 1% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $224,200. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $231,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 62.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Walled Lake is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.7% of the population. Asian residents account for 9.0%. The Black or African American population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 13.1%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (9.0% vs 3.4%).
Education
32.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 95.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Walled Lake, 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 Walled Lake, Michigan?
Walled Lake, Michigan has a population of 7,299 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Walled Lake, MI?
The median household income in Walled Lake is $72,055, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Walled Lake, MI?
The poverty rate in Walled Lake is 10.4%. This means approximately 759 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Walled Lake, Michigan?
Walled Lake's population is 82.7% White, 3.2% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 9.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Walled Lake, MI?
The median home value in Walled Lake is $224,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Walled Lake, Michigan?
32.6% of adults (25+) in Walled Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.