Midland, Michigan Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Midland, Michigan is 42,461 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 29th-largest city in Michigan. The median household income is $74,906, the median home value is $192,400, and the median age is 38.9.
The population has grown 2.2% since 2010 (41,871 → 42,780).
42,461
Population
1230
People / sq mi
$74,906
Median Income
$192,400
Median Home Value
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Midland covers 34.5 sq mi of land at 1230 people per square mile.
About Midland, MI
What distinguishes Midland is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 1,230 people per square mile. With 42,461 residents, Midland is a city in Michigan. It ranks #29 among cities in Michigan by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $74,906 — near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.7%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $192,400, with typical rent around $990.
College attainment is above the local norm at 45.5%, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Midland city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Midland city had a population of 41,871 in 2010 and 42,780 in 2024, a 2.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 42,783 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.16%.
42,780
Population (2024)
41,871
Population (2010)
42,783
Peak (2023)
0.16%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 41,871 |
| 2011 | 41,955 |
| 2012 | 41,928 |
| 2013 | 41,921 |
| 2014 | 41,868 |
| 2015 | 42,060 |
| 2016 | 41,891 |
| 2017 | 41,886 |
| 2018 | 41,796 |
| 2019 | 41,701 |
| 2020 | 42,649 |
| 2021 | 42,620 |
| 2022 | 42,705 |
| 2023 | 42,783 |
| 2024 | 42,780 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.1% |
| Black or African American | 2.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$74,906
Median Household Income
$43,613
Per Capita Income
7.7%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$192,400
Median Home Value
$990
Median Rent
66.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.6%
High School+
45.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
77.5%
Public Transit
12.0%
Work From Home
21.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.8%
Foreign Born
94.5%
Non-English at Home
5.9%
Veterans
14.1%
With Disability
96.0%
Health Insurance
93.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.3% |
| Manufacturing | 19.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.4% |
| Information | 5.3% |
| Retail Trade | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Construction | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Midland, Michigan has a population of 42,461 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 29th-largest city in Michigan.
The median household income in Midland, Michigan is $74,906, with 7.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Midland, Michigan is $192,400, with median monthly rent at $990 and a homeownership rate of 66.9%.
The median age in Midland, Michigan is 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 2.2% since 2010 (41,871 → 42,780).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.