Mecosta County's 2026 population is estimated at 42,397, reflecting a 0.53% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Mecosta County is the 39th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 42,851 and has grown -1.06% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40 years
Female: 40.8 years
Male: 39 years
There are 33,366 adults, (8,399 of whom are seniors) in Mecosta County.
Female: 20,546 (49.8%)
Male: 20,696 (50.2%)
The racial composition of Mecosta County includes 90.22% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 37,208 | 90.22% |
| Two or more races | 2,277 | 5.52% |
| Black or African American | 905 | 2.19% |
| Other race | 337 | 0.82% |
| Asian | 299 | 0.72% |
| Native American | 212 | 0.51% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 4 | 0.01% |
Mecosta County 's average per capita income is $41,108. Household income levels show a median of $60,951. The poverty rate stands at 19.86%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,681 | $100,881 |
| Families | $77,447 | $89,585 |
| Households | $60,951 | $74,241 |
| Non Families | $34,229 | $44,480 |
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