Oakland County's 2026 population is estimated at 1,326,992, reflecting a 1.15% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Oakland County is the 2nd largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 1,203,125 and has grown 10.3% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.3 years
Female: 42.6 years
Male: 40.1 years
There are 1,020,491 adults, (235,056 of whom are seniors) in Oakland County.
Female: 647,667 (50.6%)
Male: 632,158 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Oakland County includes 69.15% White, 12.84% Black or African American, 8.59% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 885,044 | 69.15% |
| Black or African American | 164,389 | 12.84% |
| Asian | 109,982 | 8.59% |
| Two or more races | 96,559 | 7.54% |
| Other race | 21,387 | 1.67% |
| Native American | 2,045 | 0.16% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 419 | 0.03% |
Oakland County 's average per capita income is $65,923. Household income levels show a median of $97,760. The poverty rate stands at 7.73%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $146,866 | $186,632 |
| Families | $128,793 | $166,679 |
| Households | $97,760 | $134,116 |
| Non Families | $57,626 | $78,277 |
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