Grand Rapids, Michigan Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Grand Rapids, Michigan is 197,768 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest city in Michigan. The median household income is $65,526, the median home value is $225,500, and the median age is 32.1.
The population has grown 6.4% since 2010 (188,007 → 200,117).
197,768
Population
4417
People / sq mi
$65,526
Median Income
$225,500
Median Home Value
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Grand Rapids covers 44.8 sq mi of land at 4417 people per square mile.
About Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids skews on age — the median resident is 32.1, younger than the national median. Grand Rapids is a city in Michigan with a population of 197,768. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Michigan in the country, at #2 by population.
Median household income is $65,526, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.1%, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $225,500, with typical rent around $1,191.
Roughly 40.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. Around 12.3% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Grand Rapids city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Grand Rapids city had a population of 188,007 in 2010 and 200,117 in 2024, a 6.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 201,013 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.45%.
200,117
Population (2024)
188,007
Population (2010)
201,013
Peak (2019)
0.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 188,007 |
| 2011 | 189,104 |
| 2012 | 190,821 |
| 2013 | 192,982 |
| 2014 | 194,335 |
| 2015 | 195,056 |
| 2016 | 196,556 |
| 2017 | 199,135 |
| 2018 | 200,136 |
| 2019 | 201,013 |
| 2020 | 198,735 |
| 2021 | 197,757 |
| 2022 | 197,694 |
| 2023 | 198,270 |
| 2024 | 200,117 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 61.0% |
| Black or African American | 17.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$65,526
Median Household Income
$33,953
Per Capita Income
13.1%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$225,500
Median Home Value
$1,191
Median Rent
54.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.0%
High School+
40.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.1%
Drive Alone
69.3%
Public Transit
12.3%
Work From Home
19.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.8%
Foreign Born
83.2%
Non-English at Home
4.1%
Veterans
11.9%
With Disability
92.3%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.7% |
| Manufacturing | 16.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.1% |
| Information | 5.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Construction | 4.2% |
| Retail Trade | 3.7% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Common questions about Grand Rapids, MI
Frequently Asked Questions
Grand Rapids, Michigan has a population of 197,768 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest city in Michigan.
The median household income in Grand Rapids, Michigan is $65,526, with 13.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Grand Rapids, Michigan is $225,500, with median monthly rent at $1,191 and a homeownership rate of 54.6%.
The median age in Grand Rapids, Michigan is 32.1 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The population has grown 6.4% since 2010 (188,007 → 200,117).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.