Woodland Beach, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodland Beach, Michigan had a total population of 1,919, the 320th largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $73,750, which is 1% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x.
Woodland Beach Quick Facts
How Woodland Beach 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 | 2,294 | 1,919 | No clear change (-16.3%) |
| Median household income | $66,338 | $73,750 | No clear change (+11.2%) |
| Median home value¹ | $151,869 | $183,700 | +21.0% |
How Woodland Beach 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: 90.3%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 0.0%
- Asian: 3.2%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 5.5%
- HS Diploma: 39.8%
- Some College: 29.5%
- Associate's: 3.5%
- Bachelor's: 13.9%
- Graduate+: 7.8%
Woodland Beach 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 |
| Temperance | 8,914 | $81,503 | 6.6% | $250,100 |
| 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 |
| Stony Point | 1,825 | $53,872 | 14.2% | $215,900 |
Cities Similar to Woodland Beach
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Rockwood | 1,924 | $78,203 | $226,500 | 22.6% | 11.5% |
| Parchment | 2,008 | $72,798 | $184,000 | 23.5% | 6.6% |
| Perry | 2,073 | $75,321 | $164,000 | 23.1% | 19.1% |
| Union City | 1,940 | $62,788 | $107,500 | 17.3% | 14.5% |
| Saranac | 2,013 | $66,944 | $202,800 | 19.7% | 15.3% |
Population Overview
Woodland Beach is a small community located in Michigan, within Monroe County. The total population is 1,919. It ranks as the 320th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Woodland Beach is 39.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.2 years. Only 8.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Woodland Beach is $73,750. This is 1% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 20% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $183,700. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Woodland Beach is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 96.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Woodland Beach has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Asian residents account for 3.2%.
Education
21.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% 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 94.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Woodland Beach, 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 Woodland Beach, Michigan?
Woodland Beach, Michigan has a population of 1,919 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Woodland Beach, MI?
The median household income in Woodland Beach is $73,750, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Woodland Beach, MI?
The poverty rate in Woodland Beach is 16.3%. This means approximately 312 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Woodland Beach, Michigan?
Woodland Beach's population is 90.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Woodland Beach, MI?
The median home value in Woodland Beach is $183,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Woodland Beach, Michigan?
21.7% of adults (25+) in Woodland Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.