Warren, Michigan Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Warren, Michigan is 138,128 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 3rd-largest city in Michigan. The median household income is $63,741, the median home value is $181,900, and the median age is 37.9.
The population has grown 2.7% since 2010 (134,081 → 137,686).
138,128
Population
4018
People / sq mi
$63,741
Median Income
$181,900
Median Home Value
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Warren covers 34.4 sq mi of land at 4018 people per square mile.
About Warren, MI
Warren is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 9.9% of the population. With 138,128 residents, Warren is a city in Michigan. It is the #3-largest of all cities in Michigan nationally.
The typical household earns $63,741, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $181,900, with typical rent around $1,184.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 20.4% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. About 10.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Warren city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Warren city had a population of 134,081 in 2010 and 137,686 in 2024, a 2.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 139,208 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.20%.
137,686
Population (2024)
134,081
Population (2010)
139,208
Peak (2020)
0.20%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 134,081 |
| 2011 | 134,173 |
| 2012 | 134,590 |
| 2013 | 135,312 |
| 2014 | 135,666 |
| 2015 | 135,386 |
| 2016 | 135,245 |
| 2017 | 135,100 |
| 2018 | 134,376 |
| 2019 | 133,943 |
| 2020 | 139,208 |
| 2021 | 138,340 |
| 2022 | 137,274 |
| 2023 | 137,152 |
| 2024 | 137,686 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.8% |
| Black or African American | 20.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$63,741
Median Household Income
$32,162
Per Capita Income
9.0%
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$181,900
Median Home Value
$1,184
Median Rent
71.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.2%
High School+
20.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
76.4%
Public Transit
10.5%
Work From Home
25.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
9.9%
Foreign Born
81.0%
Non-English at Home
5.1%
Veterans
15.2%
With Disability
93.7%
Health Insurance
94.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 21.4% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.4% |
| Information | 5.9% |
| Retail Trade | 5.1% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Public Administration | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Warren, Michigan has a population of 138,128 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 3rd-largest city in Michigan.
The median household income in Warren, Michigan is $63,741, with 9.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Warren, Michigan is $181,900, with median monthly rent at $1,184 and a homeownership rate of 71.0%.
The median age in Warren, Michigan is 37.9 years. The population is 49.0% male and 51.0% female.
The population has grown 2.7% since 2010 (134,081 → 137,686).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.