Ionia, Michigan Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Ionia, Michigan is 12,950 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 80th-largest city in Michigan. The median household income is $60,729, the median home value is $161,100, and the median age is 38.2.
The population has grown 8.5% since 2010 (11,309 → 12,265).
12,950
Population
2393
People / sq mi
$60,729
Median Income
$161,100
Median Home Value
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Ionia covers 5.4 sq mi of land at 2393 people per square mile.
About Ionia, MI
Educational attainment is the headline number in Ionia: 11.8% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. Ionia is a city in Michigan with a population of 12,950.
The typical household earns $60,729, below the US median of $78,538. About 10.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $161,100, with typical rent around $789.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US cities, 11.8%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.2%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Ionia city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Ionia city had a population of 11,309 in 2010 and 12,265 in 2024, a 8.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,378 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.72%.
12,265
Population (2024)
11,309
Population (2010)
13,378
Peak (2020)
0.72%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,309 |
| 2011 | 11,273 |
| 2012 | 11,338 |
| 2013 | 11,284 |
| 2014 | 11,347 |
| 2015 | 11,271 |
| 2016 | 11,177 |
| 2017 | 11,172 |
| 2018 | 10,941 |
| 2019 | 11,168 |
| 2020 | 13,378 |
| 2021 | 12,963 |
| 2022 | 12,937 |
| 2023 | 12,251 |
| 2024 | 12,265 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.5% |
| Black or African American | 14.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$60,729
Median Household Income
$22,729
Per Capita Income
10.1%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$161,100
Median Home Value
$789
Median Rent
60.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.2%
High School+
11.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.2%
Drive Alone
67.7%
Public Transit
5.2%
Work From Home
22.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.1%
Foreign Born
94.8%
Non-English at Home
7.0%
Veterans
15.1%
With Disability
88.8%
Health Insurance
92.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 26.3% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 16.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 9.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.9% |
| Public Administration | 5.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 4.8% |
| Construction | 4.4% |
| Information | 2.3% |
| Retail Trade | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ionia, Michigan has a population of 12,950 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 80th-largest city in Michigan.
The median household income in Ionia, Michigan is $60,729, with 10.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Ionia, Michigan is $161,100, with median monthly rent at $789 and a homeownership rate of 60.4%.
The median age in Ionia, Michigan is 38.2 years. The population is 64.7% male and 35.3% female.
The population has grown 8.5% since 2010 (11,309 → 12,265).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.