Woodland, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodland, Michigan had a total population of 488, the 553rd largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $58,047, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 12.0% is notably above the national average.
Woodland Quick Facts
How Woodland 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 | 550 | 488 | No clear change (-11.3%) |
| Median household income | $55,382 | $58,047 | No clear change (+4.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $127,378 | $154,500 | +21.3% |
| Median gross rent | $807 | $408 | No clear change (-49.5%) |
How Woodland 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: 89.8%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 2.5%
- Asian: 0.0%
- 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: 10.4%
- HS Diploma: 50.3%
- Some College: 23.7%
- Associate's: 5.3%
- Bachelor's: 8.3%
- Graduate+: 2.1%
Woodland Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Barry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings | 7,520 | $58,286 | 12.5% | $174,500 |
| Middleville | 4,380 | $73,625 | 7.7% | $226,700 |
| Nashville | 1,503 | $56,143 | 9.7% | $130,900 |
| Delton | 936 | $61,552 | 12.3% | $295,200 |
| Freeport | 523 | $66,250 | 13.9% | $175,600 |
| Dowling | 267 | $90,313 | 6.0% | $227,200 |
| Hickory Corners | 196 | $98,397 | 0.0% | $273,400 |
Cities Similar to Woodland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Range | 482 | $58,542 | $101,100 | 15.6% | 23.6% |
| Ashley | 483 | $58,846 | $109,500 | 21.4% | 15.8% |
| Atlantic Mine | 491 | $55,481 | $103,500 | 30.1% | 16.5% |
| Cannonsburg | 510 | N/A | N/A | 58.4% | 0.0% |
| Perrinton | 513 | $58,333 | $116,500 | 12.0% | 21.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 488, Woodland'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
Woodland is a small community located in Michigan, within Barry County. The total population is 488. It ranks as the 553rd most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Woodland is 38.0 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. 10.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Woodland is $58,047. This is 20% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 12.0%. This is 111% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $154,500. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Woodland is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Woodland has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
10.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 89.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Woodland, 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, Michigan?
Woodland, Michigan has a population of 488 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Woodland, MI?
The median household income in Woodland is $58,047, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Woodland, MI?
The poverty rate in Woodland is 10.7%. This means approximately 52 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Woodland, Michigan?
Woodland's population is 89.8% White, 0.0% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Woodland, MI?
The median home value in Woodland is $154,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Woodland, Michigan?
10.4% of adults (25+) in Woodland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.