Baraga County's 2026 population is estimated at 8,063, reflecting a -0.65% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Baraga County is the 80th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 8,861 and has grown -9.01% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46 years
Female: 49.7 years
Male: 43.2 years
There are 6,797 adults, (1,901 of whom are seniors) in Baraga County.
Female: 3,668 (44.8%)
Male: 4,523 (55.2%)
The racial composition of Baraga County includes 72.64% White, 11.98% Native American, 6.26% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,950 | 72.64% |
| Native American | 981 | 11.98% |
| Two or more races | 644 | 7.86% |
| Black or African American | 513 | 6.26% |
| Asian | 65 | 0.79% |
| Other race | 27 | 0.33% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 11 | 0.13% |
Baraga County 's average per capita income is $38,997. Household income levels show a median of $55,327. The poverty rate stands at 15.23%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $74,239 | - |
| Families | $67,000 | $83,761 |
| Households | $55,327 | $71,924 |
| Non Families | $31,290 | $49,172 |
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