Michigan

#10 in USMidwest

The Great Lakes State Ā· Michigan (MI) has a population of 10,037,261 people, making it the #10 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Lansing and the largest city is Detroit.

Population

10.0M

#10 of 51

Area

96,714 mi²

250,488 km²

Density

40/km²

104/mi²

Capital

Lansing

Median Income

$69K

Below national avg

Unemployment

4.5%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

40.5

US Share

3.00%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

10,077,331

2023 Estimate

10,037,261

Change

-40,070 (-0.4%)

Race & Ethnicity

White73.8%
Hispanic/Latino6.0%
Black13.2%
Asian3.4%
Two or More Races7.2%
American Indian/Alaska Native0.5%
Other1.9%

Age Distribution

Under 1821.0%
18 to 6459.7%
65 and over19.3%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$69,183
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
Bachelor's Degree+
32.7%

Largest Cities in Michigan

DetroitGrand RapidsWarrenSterling HeightsAnn Arbor

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Michigan?

Michigan has a population of 10,037,261 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #10 among all US states by population, representing 3.00% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Michigan?

The capital of Michigan is Lansing. The largest cities include Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren.

What is the median household income in Michigan?

The median household income in Michigan is $69,183, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Michigan growing?

Michigan has declined 0.4% since the 2020 Census, from 10,077,331 to 10,037,261.

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