Otsego County's 2026 population is estimated at 26,679, reflecting a 1.13% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Otsego County is the 52nd largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 24,150 and has grown 10.47% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.4 years
Female: 45.3 years
Male: 43.5 years
There are 20,256 adults, (5,654 of whom are seniors) in Otsego County.
Female: 12,657 (49.5%)
Male: 12,927 (50.5%)
The racial composition of Otsego County includes 93.14% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 23,830 | 93.14% |
| Two or more races | 1,225 | 4.79% |
| Black or African American | 193 | 0.75% |
| Asian | 157 | 0.61% |
| Other race | 109 | 0.43% |
| Native American | 70 | 0.27% |
Otsego County 's average per capita income is $44,700. Household income levels show a median of $68,183. The poverty rate stands at 8.03%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,159 | - |
| Families | $85,899 | $99,909 |
| Households | $68,183 | $88,599 |
| Non Families | $42,412 | $63,619 |
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