Benzie County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,640, reflecting a 0.32% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Benzie County is the 66th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 17,495 and has grown 6.54% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 50.8 years
Female: 51.8 years
Male: 49.3 years
There are 15,216 adults, (5,261 of whom are seniors) in Benzie County.
Female: 9,112 (49.8%)
Male: 9,198 (50.2%)
The racial composition of Benzie County includes 91.79% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 16,806 | 91.79% |
| Two or more races | 802 | 4.38% |
| Other race | 229 | 1.25% |
| Native American | 167 | 0.91% |
| Asian | 161 | 0.88% |
| Black or African American | 124 | 0.68% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 21 | 0.11% |
Benzie County 's average per capita income is $42,545. Household income levels show a median of $74,834. The poverty rate stands at 9.66%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $99,656 | - |
| Families | $90,582 | $117,219 |
| Households | $74,834 | $98,649 |
| Non Families | $44,247 | $56,226 |
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