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Population Review

Wixom, Michigan Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Wixom, Michigan is 17,126 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 67th-largest city in Michigan. The median household income is $68,319, the median home value is $336,200, and the median age is 36.3.

The population has grown 29.4% since 2010 (13,512 → 17,486).

17,126

Population

1874

People / sq mi

$68,319

Median Income

$336,200

Median Home Value

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Wixom covers 9.1 sq mi of land at 1874 people per square mile.

About Wixom, MI

Homeownership is the standout figure in Wixom: 46.3% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. Wixom is a city in Michigan with a population of 17,126.

The typical household here earns about $68,319, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 5.4%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $336,200, with typical rent around $974.

About 46.6% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.6%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Wixom city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Wixom city had a population of 13,512 in 2010 and 17,486 in 2024, a 29.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,486 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.00%.

2024 · 17K20102024
Wixom city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

17,486

Population (2024)

13,512

Population (2010)

17,486

Peak (2024)

2.00%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201013,512
201113,611
201213,710
201313,796
201413,816
201513,790
201613,839
201713,885
201813,983
201914,049
202017,152
202117,163
202217,302
202317,328
202417,486

Race & Ethnicity

White75.1%
Black or African American9.3%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$68,319

Median Household Income

$47,578

Per Capita Income

5.4%

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$336,200

Median Home Value

$974

Median Rent

46.3%

Owner-Occupied

Education

97.8%

High School+

46.6%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

76.8%

Public Transit

12.6%

Work From Home

24.7 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

11.7%

Foreign Born

77.9%

Non-English at Home

4.5%

Veterans

8.8%

With Disability

93.4%

Health Insurance

95.5%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management18.5%
Manufacturing17.5%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate13.2%
Information9.8%
Education, Health Care & Social Services8.8%
Retail Trade7.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.0%
Transportation & Warehousing2.5%
Public Administration2.4%
Construction1.9%
Agriculture & Mining0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Wixom, Michigan has a population of 17,126 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 67th-largest city in Michigan.

The median household income in Wixom, Michigan is $68,319, with 5.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Wixom, Michigan is $336,200, with median monthly rent at $974 and a homeownership rate of 46.3%.

The median age in Wixom, Michigan is 36.3 years. The population is 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

The population has grown 29.4% since 2010 (13,512 → 17,486).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.