Berrien County's 2026 population is estimated at 152,807, reflecting a 0.03% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Berrien County is the 16th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 156,740 and has grown -2.51% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.7 years
Female: 43.6 years
Male: 42 years
There are 120,596 adults, (32,703 of whom are seniors) in Berrien County.
Female: 77,912 (50.8%)
Male: 75,376 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Berrien County includes 73.95% White, 13.2% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 113,353 | 73.95% |
| Black or African American | 20,232 | 13.2% |
| Two or more races | 11,988 | 7.82% |
| Other race | 4,512 | 2.94% |
| Asian | 2,761 | 1.8% |
| Native American | 409 | 0.27% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 33 | 0.02% |
Berrien County 's average per capita income is $44,463. Household income levels show a median of $65,425. The poverty rate stands at 15.08%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $103,093 | $128,841 |
| Families | $84,171 | $109,111 |
| Households | $65,425 | $89,826 |
| Non Families | $37,882 | $53,637 |
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