Lansing-East Lansing, MI Metro Area

Lansing-East Lansing, MI · Metro Area

472,669Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties, part of the Lansing-East Lansing-Owosso, MI combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $72,550
Median home value: $216,700
Land area: 1,699 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Ingham County, MI	Central	283,913	$65,526	$198,800
Eaton County, MI	Central	109,130	$79,597	$216,900
Clinton County, MI	Central	79,626	$88,210	$259,500

Largest cities and towns

82 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Lansing, MI	City	113,023	$54,382
East Lansing, MI	City	45,758	$45,687
Meridian, MI	—	44,217	$86,909
Delta, MI	—	33,104	$84,342
Delhi, MI	—	28,024	$90,437
Okemos, MI	CDP	26,396	$102,612
Holt, MI	CDP	25,316	$86,472
Waverly, MI	CDP	23,575	$75,700
Haslett, MI	CDP	18,559	$74,031
DeWitt (Charter Township), MI	—	15,313	$96,824
Bath (Charter Township), MI	—	13,414	$75,541
Charlotte, MI	City	9,277	$62,681
Mason, MI	City	8,249	$79,117
Lansing (Charter Township), MI	—	8,100	$48,450
Grand Ledge, MI	City	7,804	$68,980
St. Johns, MI	City	7,715	$68,728
Windsor, MI	—	7,141	$105,906
Watertown, MI	—	5,689	$114,870
Williamstown, MI	—	5,295	$114,792
Eaton Rapids, MI	City	5,183	$63,875
DeWitt, MI	City	4,777	$110,341
Aurelius, MI	—	4,370	$95,455
Eaton Rapids (Township), MI	—	4,001	$82,906
Eaton, MI	—	3,997	$97,398
Oneida, MI	—	3,975	$93,214

Also in the Lansing-East Lansing-Owosso, MI combined area

Owosso, MI · micro · 67,991

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Unemployment

5.4%

College Educated

37.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$72,550

Mean Household Income

$94,764

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.1%

Female

50.9%

Population Split

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German20.7%

English13.3%

Irish11.3%

Mexican5.4%

Polish4.8%

Italian3.7%

French2.4%

Scottish2.2%

African1.2%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

7.0%Foreign Born

93.0%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized47.1%

Non-Citizen52.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later50.3%

Before 201049.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

207,300

Median Rent

$1,086/mo

Median Home Value

$216,700

Median Year Built

1974

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

131,745

College Enrollment

35.6%

High School

16.8%

College Educated

37.5%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

21.6 min

Drive Alone Rate

69.2%

Public Transit

1.6%

Work From Home

16.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.1%

18-34 Years

27.9%

35-64 Years

35.3%

65+ Years

16.7%

Population Composition

Under 1820.1%

18-3427.9%

35-6435.3%

65+16.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

43.2%

Single Parent

5.0%

Living Alone

33.0%

Avg Size

2.33

Household Types

Married Couples43.2%

Single Parent5.0%

Living Alone33.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$39,863

SNAP Usage

10.7%

Health Insurance

95.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k15.6%

$25k - $50k18.9%

$50k - $100k30.9%

$100k+34.6%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

11.5%

Retail Trade

10.1%

Education & Health Care

27.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.0%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

90.5%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.9%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

95.0

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

182.5

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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