Alpena County's 2026 population is estimated at 28,969, reflecting a 0.11% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Alpena County is the 49th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 29,511 and has grown -1.84% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 47.8 years
Female: 49.1 years
Male: 45.6 years
There are 23,547 adults, (7,265 of whom are seniors) in Alpena County.
Female: 14,468 (50.1%)
Male: 14,412 (49.9%)
The racial composition of Alpena County includes 92.6% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,743 | 92.6% |
| Two or more races | 1,600 | 5.54% |
| Black or African American | 291 | 1.01% |
| Other race | 168 | 0.58% |
| Asian | 53 | 0.18% |
| Native American | 25 | 0.09% |
Alpena County 's average per capita income is $40,072. Household income levels show a median of $53,950. The poverty rate stands at 17.96%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $80,978 | - |
| Families | $68,834 | $87,846 |
| Households | $53,950 | $74,418 |
| Non Families | $33,630 | $52,397 |
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