Houghton County's 2026 population is estimated at 38,429, reflecting a 0.51% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Houghton County is the 42nd largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 36,729 and has grown 4.63% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 32.2 years
Female: 37.4 years
Male: 29.1 years
There are 30,234 adults, (6,775 of whom are seniors) in Houghton County.
Female: 17,071 (45.3%)
Male: 20,622 (54.7%)
The racial composition of Houghton County includes 91.48% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, Two or more races, other race, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 34,481 | 91.48% |
| Asian | 1,084 | 2.88% |
| Two or more races | 1,040 | 2.76% |
| Other race | 454 | 1.2% |
| Black or African American | 444 | 1.18% |
| Native American | 187 | 0.5% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 3 | 0.01% |
Houghton County 's average per capita income is $42,363. Household income levels show a median of $58,899. The poverty rate stands at 16.5%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $95,587 | $117,324 |
| Families | $84,783 | $105,416 |
| Households | $58,899 | $80,899 |
| Non Families | $35,951 | $46,792 |
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