Missaukee County, Michigan Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 67th-largest in Michigan

The population of Missaukee County, Michigan is 15,156 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 67th-largest county in Michigan. The median household income is $61,868, the median home value is $163,700, and the median age is 42.7.

The population of Missaukee County has grown 2.8% since 2010 (14,818 → 15,239), a +0.20% annualized rate.

Missaukee County within Michigan · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

15,156

Population

+0.20%

Annual growth

People / sq mi

$61,868

Median Income

$163,700

Median Home Value

Missaukee County covers 565 sq mi of land at 26.8 people per square mile.

About Missaukee County, MI

Missaukee County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 10.3% of the population. Missaukee County is a county in Michigan with a population of 15,156.

The typical household here earns about $61,868, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 6.1%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $163,700, with typical rent around $838.

Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 18.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.3%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Missaukee County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Missaukee County had a population of 14,818 in 2010 and 15,239 in 2024, a 2.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,325 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.20%.

Missaukee County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

15,239

Population (2024)

14,818

Population (2010)

15,325

Peak (2023)

0.20%

Avg Annual Growth

Year	Population	Change	Annual %	Source
2010	14,818	-	-	estimate
2011	14,904	+86	+0.58%	estimate
2012	15,009	+105	+0.70%	estimate
2013	15,059	+50	+0.33%	estimate
2014	14,978	-81	-0.54%	estimate
2015	14,884	-94	-0.63%	estimate
2016	15,028	+144	+0.97%	estimate
2017	15,020	-8	-0.05%	estimate
2018	15,094	+74	+0.49%	estimate
2019	15,079	-15	-0.10%	estimate
2020	15,067	-12	-0.08%	estimate
2021	15,176	+109	+0.72%	estimate
2022	15,228	+52	+0.34%	estimate
2023	15,325	+97	+0.64%	estimate
2024	15,239	-86	-0.56%	estimate

Race & Ethnicity

White	92.5%
Black or African American	0.5%
Asian	0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)	1.5%
Two or More Races	0.0%

Age & Sex

42.7

Median Age

49.2%

Female

50.8%

Male

21.4%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5

5.7%

5–9

6.8%

10–14

6.1%

15–19

5.9%

20–24

4.5%

25–34

12.1%

35–44

11.1%

45–54

11.1%

55–59

6.7%

60–64

8.6%

65–74

12.8%

75–84

6.0%

85+

2.6%

Children (under 15): 18.6% · Seniors (65+): 21.4%

Income & Poverty

Median household income	$61,868$-9,281 vs state
Mean household income	$78,686
Per-capita income	$30,435
Poverty rate	6.1%-2.7% vs state
Unemployment rate	4.1%
Employment-to-population	53.1%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services

20.8%

Manufacturing

18.2%

Construction

10.6%

Agriculture

6.9%

Education & health care

6.7%

Arts, entertainment & food

6.3%

Finance & real estate

5.1%

Retail trade

5.0%

The largest employment sector in Missaukee County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.8% of workers.

How residents commute

0.4%

Drive alone

3.3%

Carpool

79.2%

Public transit

5.3%

Work from home

25.1 min

Avg commute

Housing

$163,700$-53,900 vs state

Median home value

$838

Median rent

83.7%

Homeownership rate

8,676

Total housing units

66.3%

Occupied

33.7%

Vacant

16.3%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

90.8%

With health insurance

90.6%

With broadband internet

10.3%

Foreign-born

7.5%

Veterans (18+)

18.2%

With a disability

96.1%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

91.1%

High School+

18.0%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Missaukee County, Michigan has a population of 15,156 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 67th-largest county in Michigan. Population density is 27 people per square mile.

The population of Missaukee County has grown 2.8% since 2010 (14,818 → 15,239), a +0.20% annualized rate.

The median household income in Missaukee County, Michigan is $61,868, with mean (average) household income of $78,686 and per-capita income of $30,435. 6.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Missaukee County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.5%), Black or African American (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Missaukee County, Michigan is 42.7 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

The median home value in Missaukee County is $163,700 and median monthly rent is $838. 83.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 8,676 total housing units, 33.7% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Missaukee County, Michigan is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.

Detroit is among the largest cities associated with Missaukee County, Michigan, with a population of 636,644.