Dearborn Heights, Michigan Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Dearborn Heights, Michigan is 62,099 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 19th-largest city in Michigan. The median household income is $61,035, the median home value is $174,900, and the median age is 35.8.
The population has grown 5.9% since 2010 (57,640 → 61,040).
62,099
Population
5291
People / sq mi
$61,035
Median Income
$174,900
Median Home Value
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Dearborn Heights covers 11.7 sq mi of land at 5291 people per square mile.
About Dearborn Heights, MI
Dearborn Heights is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 7.0% of the population. With 62,099 residents, Dearborn Heights is a city in Michigan. It ranks #19 among cities in Michigan by population.
The typical household earns $61,035, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 16.4% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $174,900, with typical rent around $1,260.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 23.9% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 9.9% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Dearborn Heights city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Dearborn Heights city had a population of 57,640 in 2010 and 61,040 in 2024, a 5.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 63,054 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.47%.
61,040
Population (2024)
57,640
Population (2010)
63,054
Peak (2020)
0.47%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 57,640 |
| 2011 | 57,278 |
| 2012 | 57,115 |
| 2013 | 56,653 |
| 2014 | 56,596 |
| 2015 | 56,322 |
| 2016 | 56,097 |
| 2017 | 55,873 |
| 2018 | 55,627 |
| 2019 | 55,353 |
| 2020 | 63,054 |
| 2021 | 62,277 |
| 2022 | 61,404 |
| 2023 | 61,017 |
| 2024 | 61,040 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.4% |
| Black or African American | 9.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$61,035
Median Household Income
$29,331
Per Capita Income
16.4%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$174,900
Median Home Value
$1,260
Median Rent
71.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.7%
High School+
23.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
77.6%
Public Transit
9.9%
Work From Home
24.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
7.0%
Foreign Born
58.7%
Non-English at Home
4.5%
Veterans
15.2%
With Disability
93.6%
Health Insurance
94.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.9% |
| Manufacturing | 15.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.3% |
| Retail Trade | 6.5% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Construction | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Public Administration | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dearborn Heights, Michigan has a population of 62,099 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 19th-largest city in Michigan.
The median household income in Dearborn Heights, Michigan is $61,035, with 16.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Dearborn Heights, Michigan is $174,900, with median monthly rent at $1,260 and a homeownership rate of 71.6%.
The median age in Dearborn Heights, Michigan is 35.8 years. The population is 49.0% male and 51.0% female.
The population has grown 5.9% since 2010 (57,640 → 61,040).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.