Antrim County, MI Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | Antrim County | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,167 | 9,970,748 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 40.2 | 103.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.40% | 0.18% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 52.9 | 40.1 | 37.1 |
| Households | 11,034 | 4,038,037 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Antrim County declined by 0.9% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 23,876 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Antrim County has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Antrim County | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $71,827 | $71,353 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.75% | 4.94% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.1% | 5.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Antrim County is about 1% higher than in Michigan.
Housing
| Metric | Antrim County | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $406,667 | $134,610 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $920 | $1,084 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 87.0% | 72.9% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Antrim County is about 36.8 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $920 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Antrim County spend about 43 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 181 hours, about 7.5 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Antrim County | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 21.7 | 21.4 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 43.4 | 42.9 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 181 | 179 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $5,606 | $5,537 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 11.3% | 12.0% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 5,080 | 8,204 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 715 | 1,585 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Michigan:
Luce County (10.8 min), Dickinson County (12.6 min), Baraga County (13.1 min).
Slowest:
Lapeer County (31.2 min), Livingston County (30.1 min), Barry County (27.7 min).
The average commute time in Antrim County is 22 minutes, longer than the 21 minutes in Michigan.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Antrim County has a education index of C, which means it is somewhat educated.
| Metric | Antrim County | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 30.9% | 28.8% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.14 | 2.43 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Michigan:
Washtenaw County (0.4), Oakland County (0.4), Leelanau County (0.4).
Lowest:
Lake County (0.2), Oscoda County (0.2), Kalkaska County (0.2).
Health
Antrim County has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Antrim County | Michigan Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 80.1 | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 15.1% | 16.4% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 18.5% | 20.9% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Michigan:
Washtenaw County (0.8), Ottawa County (0.8), Livingston County (0.8).
Lowest:
Clare County (0.8), Oscoda County (0.8), Lake County (0.8).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Antrim County, Michigan.
What is the population of Antrim County, Michigan?
The population of Antrim County, Michigan is 24,167, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Antrim County, Michigan?
The population density of Antrim County, Michigan is 40.2 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Antrim County, Michigan?
The median household income in Antrim County, Michigan is $71,827, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Antrim County, Michigan?
The median home price in Antrim County, Michigan is $406,667, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Antrim County, Michigan?
The unemployment rate in Antrim County, Michigan is 4.1%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.