Michigan Population & Demographics
Michigan has a population of 10,051,595, ranking #10 among US states. The median household income is $71,149 and the median age is 40.1.
US states by population — Michigan is #10
10,051,595
Population
#10
By Population
$71,149
Median Income
40.1
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 49.6% · Female: 50.4%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.8% |
| Black or African American | 13.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.5% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
Economy & Income
$71,149
Median Household Income
$39,538
Per Capita Income
8.8%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
$96,299
Mean Household Income
57.8%
Employment Rate
Education
91.9%
High School Graduate+
31.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$217,600
Median Home Value
$1,084
Median Rent
4,599,683
Total Housing Units
72.9%
Owner-Occupied
27.1%
Renter-Occupied
12.2%
Vacant
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
2.0%
Carpool
12.0%
Work From Home
24.4 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Michigan
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Detroit city | 636,644 | $39,575 | $76,800 |
| 2 | Grand Rapids city | 197,768 | $65,526 | $225,500 |
| 3 | Warren city | 138,128 | $63,741 | $181,900 |
| 4 | Sterling Heights city | 133,473 | $78,429 | $260,700 |
| 5 | Ann Arbor city | 121,179 | $81,089 | $435,100 |
| 6 | Lansing city | 112,546 | $52,170 | $119,400 |
| 7 | Dearborn city | 107,846 | $65,192 | $205,900 |
| 8 | Livonia city | 94,058 | $96,317 | $265,300 |
| 9 | Troy city | 87,307 | $119,299 | $396,800 |
| 10 | Westland city | 84,155 | $62,216 | $176,500 |
| 11 | Farmington Hills city | 83,316 | $101,863 | $333,200 |
| 12 | Flint city | 80,835 | $36,194 | $47,600 |
| 13 | Wyoming city | 76,865 | $72,163 | $203,900 |
| 14 | Rochester Hills city | 76,086 | $119,054 | $377,400 |
| 15 | Southfield city | 76,025 | $65,848 | $226,900 |
| 16 | Kalamazoo city | 73,132 | $48,965 | $164,500 |
| 17 | Novi city | 66,224 | $110,938 | $399,100 |
| 18 | Taylor city | 62,405 | $59,537 | $141,200 |
| 19 | Dearborn Heights city | 62,099 | $61,035 | $174,900 |
| 20 | Pontiac city | 61,914 | $42,791 | $110,600 |
Counties in Michigan
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wayne County | 1,773,767 | $59,521 |
| 2 | Oakland County | 1,272,294 | $95,296 |
| 3 | Macomb County | 877,624 | $76,399 |
| 4 | Kent County | 658,844 | $80,390 |
| 5 | Genesee County | 404,087 | $60,673 |
| 6 | Washtenaw County | 368,394 | $87,156 |
| 7 | Ottawa County | 298,614 | $87,144 |
| 8 | Ingham County | 282,015 | $64,354 |
| 9 | Kalamazoo County | 261,437 | $70,525 |
| 10 | Livingston County | 195,143 | $101,315 |
| 11 | Saginaw County | 189,210 | $58,347 |
| 12 | Muskegon County | 175,378 | $63,495 |
| 13 | Jackson County | 160,187 | $65,004 |
| 14 | St. Clair County | 160,089 | $69,349 |
| 15 | Monroe County | 155,001 | $75,272 |
| 16 | Berrien County | 153,411 | $63,152 |
| 17 | Calhoun County | 133,846 | $60,385 |
| 18 | Allegan County | 120,913 | $80,255 |
| 19 | Eaton County | 109,000 | $78,025 |
| 20 | Bay County | 103,235 | $60,523 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Michigan has a population of 10,051,595 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #10 most populated state.
The median household income in Michigan is $71,149, with a per capita income of $39,538. 8.8% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Michigan is 74.8% White, 13.4% Black, 0.0% Asian, and 1.7% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.