Michigan Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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State Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Michigan | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,970,748 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 103.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.18% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 40.1 | 37.1 |
| Households | 4,038,037 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Michigan declined by 0.1% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 10,047,416 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Michigan has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Michigan | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $71,353 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.94% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Michigan is about 9% lower than in US.
Housing
| Metric | Michigan | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $134,610 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,084 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 72.9% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Michigan is about 10.3 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,084 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Michigan spend about 43 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 179 hours, about 7.4 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Michigan | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 21.4 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 42.9 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 179 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $5,537 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 12.0% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 8,204 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 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 Michigan is 21 minutes, shorter than the 22 minutes in US.
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
Michigan has a education index of C, which means it is somewhat educated.
| Metric | Michigan | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 28.8% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 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
Michigan has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Michigan | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 16.4% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 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 Michigan.
What is the population of Michigan?
The population of Michigan is 9,970,748, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Michigan?
The population density of Michigan is 103.1 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Michigan?
The median household income in Michigan is $71,353, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Michigan?
The median home price in Michigan is $134,610, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Michigan?
The unemployment rate in Michigan is 5.8%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.