Leelanau County's 2026 population is estimated at 22,673, reflecting a -0.43% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Leelanau County is the 63rd largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 21,718 and has grown 4.4% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 55.9 years
Female: 56.6 years
Male: 54.8 years
There are 19,234 adults, (7,673 of whom are seniors) in Leelanau County.
Female: 11,434 (50.3%)
Male: 11,300 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Leelanau County includes 89.82% White, and smaller percentages for Native American, other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 20,420 | 89.82% |
| Two or more races | 1,283 | 5.64% |
| Native American | 596 | 2.62% |
| Other race | 165 | 0.73% |
| Black or African American | 162 | 0.71% |
| Asian | 106 | 0.47% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2 | 0.01% |
Leelanau County 's average per capita income is $47,148. Household income levels show a median of $99,422. The poverty rate stands at 6.53%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $122,692 | - |
| Families | $115,739 | $149,331 |
| Households | $99,422 | $136,818 |
| Non Families | $53,220 | $99,947 |
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