Allendale, Michigan Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Allendale, Michigan is 25,741 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 45th-largest city in Michigan. The median household income is $68,449, the median home value is $287,600, and the median age is 21.4.
25,741
Population
1108
People / sq mi
$68,449
Median Income
$287,600
Median Home Value
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Allendale covers 23.2 sq mi of land at 1108 people per square mile.
About Allendale, MI
Age is the most distinctive thing about Allendale: a median age of 21.4, younger than the national median. Allendale is a city in Michigan with a population of 25,741. It ranks #45 among cities in Michigan by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $68,449 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.4%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $287,600, with typical rent around $1,081.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 42.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.6%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.6% |
| Black or African American | 2.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$68,449
Median Household Income
$25,657
Per Capita Income
3.4%
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$287,600
Median Home Value
$1,081
Median Rent
51.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.5%
High School+
42.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.9%
Drive Alone
74.0%
Public Transit
8.6%
Work From Home
20.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.9%
Foreign Born
97.3%
Non-English at Home
2.7%
Veterans
10.0%
With Disability
97.5%
Health Insurance
99.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 18.5% |
| Manufacturing | 9.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.0% |
| Construction | 5.6% |
| Information | 5.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.9% |
| Public Administration | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Allendale, Michigan has a population of 25,741 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 45th-largest city in Michigan.
The median household income in Allendale, Michigan is $68,449, with 3.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Allendale, Michigan is $287,600, with median monthly rent at $1,081 and a homeownership rate of 51.0%.
The median age in Allendale, Michigan is 21.4 years. The population is 45.7% male and 54.3% female.
Allendale Cdp, MI Climate
Allendale Cdp, MI has an average annual temperature of 8.8°C (48°F) and receives about 885 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.8°C
Avg Temp
885
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 55 mm |
| February | -4° / 25° | 35 mm |
| March | 2° / 35° | 60 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 80 mm |
| May | 14° / 58° | 77 mm |
| June | 19° / 67° | 81 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 72 mm |
| August | 21° / 69° | 92 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 105 mm |
| October | 10° / 51° | 73 mm |
| November | 4° / 39° | 81 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 74 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Allendale Cdp, MI
The most comfortable months to visit Allendale Cdp, MI are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.