Alger County's 2026 population is estimated at 8,605, reflecting a -0.52% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Alger County is the 78th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 9,578 and has grown -10.16% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49.1 years
Female: 53.9 years
Male: 46 years
There are 7,478 adults, (2,380 of whom are seniors) in Alger County.
Female: 3,796 (43.3%)
Male: 4,966 (56.7%)
The racial composition of Alger County includes 81.92% White, 7.65% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, other race, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,178 | 81.92% |
| Black or African American | 670 | 7.65% |
| Two or more races | 577 | 6.59% |
| Native American | 202 | 2.31% |
| Other race | 112 | 1.28% |
| Asian | 23 | 0.26% |
Alger County 's average per capita income is $42,975. Household income levels show a median of $61,286. The poverty rate stands at 10.36%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $78,083 | - |
| Families | $73,533 | $88,484 |
| Households | $61,286 | $73,201 |
| Non Families | $30,000 | $42,051 |
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