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Midland, MI Metro Area

Midland, MI · Metro Area

83,757Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Saginaw-Midland-Bay City, MI combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$77,705
Median home value
$195,400
Land area
518 sq mi
162 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this metro area

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

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Midland County, MICentral83,757$77,705$195,400

Largest cities and towns

19 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Midland, MICity42,724$73,325
Larkin, MI—5,375$143,427
Jerome, MI—4,620$80,313
Lee, MI—4,043$54,144
Homer, MI—3,994$117,295
Ingersoll, MI—2,651$99,063
Lincoln, MI—2,538$91,125
Edenville, MI—2,511$70,511
Warren, MI—2,295$72,750
Midland (Charter Township), MI—2,117$91,518
Greendale, MI—1,777$55,682
Mount Haley, MI—1,723$77,361
Mills, MI—1,695$71,607
Hope, MI—1,662$101,205
Coleman, MICity1,206$47,868
Porter, MI—1,181$76,316
Jasper, MI—927$80,417
Geneva, MI—889$61,518
Sanford, MIVillage716$68,000

Also in the Saginaw-Midland-Bay City, MI combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
10.7%
Unemployment
4.4%
College Educated
36.6%
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
$77,705
Mean Household Income
$104,160

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male
49.9%
Female
50.1%

Population Split

Male49.9%
Female50.1%

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

German25.5%
English14.3%
Irish12.1%
Polish7.4%
French4.0%
Italian3.2%
Scottish2.7%
Mexican1.4%
African0.2%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

3.2%Foreign Born
96.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized66.3%
Non-Citizen33.7%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later32.6%
Before 201067.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
37,160
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Median Home Value
$195,400
Median Year Built
1975

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
18,119
College Enrollment
17.5%
High School
21.2%
College Educated
36.6%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
23.7 min
Drive Alone Rate
77.4%
Public Transit
0.6%
Work From Home
12.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18
20.9%
18-34 Years
20.0%
35-64 Years
38.9%
65+ Years
20.2%

Population Composition

Under 1820.9%
18-3420.0%
35-6438.9%
65+20.2%

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
53.0%
Single Parent
4.7%
Living Alone
29.3%
Avg Size
2.36

Household Types

Married Couples53.0%
Single Parent4.7%
Living Alone29.3%

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
$43,622
SNAP Usage
11.7%
Health Insurance
95.8%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k16.1%
$25k - $50k17.0%
$50k - $100k28.2%
$100k+38.6%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
19.1%
Retail Trade
10.2%
Education & Health Care
25.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.8%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
89.5%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
94.3%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
91.9
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
208.0
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)