Iron County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,683, reflecting a -0.11% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Iron County is the 73rd largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 11,811 and has grown -1.08% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 53.1 years
Female: 54.2 years
Male: 52.4 years
There are 9,623 adults, (3,662 of whom are seniors) in Iron County.
Female: 5,764 (49.4%)
Male: 5,903 (50.6%)
The racial composition of Iron County includes 91.25% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,646 | 91.25% |
| Two or more races | 572 | 4.9% |
| Other race | 169 | 1.45% |
| Black or African American | 110 | 0.94% |
| Native American | 101 | 0.87% |
| Asian | 69 | 0.59% |
Iron County 's average per capita income is $39,063. Household income levels show a median of $55,940. The poverty rate stands at 16.99%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $79,167 | - |
| Families | $71,392 | $87,202 |
| Households | $55,940 | $71,732 |
| Non Families | $33,635 | $48,825 |
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