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Alcona County, Michigan
Alcona County, Michigan. Alcona County had 10,556 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 3.9% since 2020, faster than Michigan (+0.5%). It holds 15 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs, 11 towns and townships and 2 census-designated) and 6 census tracts. GEOID 26001.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
10,556
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 10,167 · ACS 2020-2024: 10,397
Median household income
$54,993
±$1,572 (90% margin)
Michigan: $72,875
Median home value
$162,800
±$5,792 (90% margin)
Michigan: $231,600
Median gross rent
$867
±$115 (90% margin)
Michigan: $1,129
How many people live in Alcona County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 10,167 residents in Alcona County. The Census Bureau estimates 10,556 for July 1, 2025, up 3.9% since 2020, faster than Michigan (+0.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 10,397 over 675 square miles of land.
| Measure | Alcona County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 10,397 | 10,077,761 | +44 |
| Households | 5,305±165 | 4,076,369 | +317 |
| Average household size | 1.94±0.06 | 2.42 | −0.11 |
| Housing units | 10,320±64 | 4,622,236 | −868 |
Alcona County's population since 2000
From 11,719 in 2000 to 10,556 in 2025: down 9.9%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Alcona County?
Alcona County holds 15 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 11 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Harrisville Township with 1,355 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Harrisville Township | 1,307 | $53,958 |
|---|---|---|
| Greenbush Township, Alcona County | 1,270 | $62,813 |
| Curtis Township | 1,087 | $39,180 |
| Hawes Township | 1,076 | $67,500 |
| Caledonia Township, Alcona County | 1,032 | $71,513 |
| Alcona Township | 966 | $72,500 |
| Hubbard Lake | 857 | $70,568 |
| Mikado Township | 850 | $50,461 |
| Gustin Township | 773 | $58,125 |
| Haynes Township | 653 | $54,315 |
| Harrisville | 437 | $36,050 |
| Lost Lake WoodsGEOID 2649450 | 367 | $71,806 |
| Millen Township | 362 | $55,469 |
| Mitchell Township | 354 | $48,250 |
| Lincoln | 305 | $37,679 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Alcona County?
The median resident of Alcona County is 60.0 years old; 12.6% are under 18 and 37.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 93.1%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.4%. 2.0% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Alcona County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 60.0±0.4 | 40.2 | +1.8 |
| Under 18 years | 12.6%±0.5 pts | 21.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 37.0%±0.4 pts | 18.6% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% | 5.9% | +0.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 93.1%±0.6 pts | 72.4% | −2.7 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.4 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 3.4% | +0.3 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.3 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.4%±0.7 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.0%±0.6 pts | 7.2% | +0.9 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 1.8%±0.5 pts | 10.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 12.4%±1.4 pts | 5.8% | – |
| With a disability | 23.1%±1.7 pts | 14.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 3.9%±0.7 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.9%±0.8 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 21.4%±2.0 pts | 32.4% | +4.5 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 8.8%±1.2 pts | 12.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.5%±0.5 pts | 1.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Alcona County earn?
Half of Alcona County's 5,305 households earn less than $54,993 a year (±$1,572), against $72,875 in Michigan. In 2015-2019 the median was $49,823 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $5,170 after inflation. 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Alcona County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $54,993±$1,572 | $72,875 | +$5,170 |
| Mean household income | $73,179±$3,797 | $98,700 | – |
| Per capita income | $36,382±$1,852 | $40,735 | +$4,832 |
| People below the poverty line | 12.3%±1.5 pts | 13.2% | −4.7 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.1%±5.3 pts | 17.6% | −7.4 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 12.5%±1.4 pts | 13.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 83.4%±1.8 pts | 90.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Alcona County?
Owners occupy 89.6% of Alcona County's occupied homes and renters 10.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $162,800 by its owner (±$5,792). The median renter pays $867 a month including utilities, and 33.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Alcona County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $162,800±$5,792 | $231,600 | +$24,962 |
| Median gross rent | $867±$115 | $1,129 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 33.9%±8.9 pts | 41.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,096±$35 | $1,569 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 89.6%±1.6 pts | 73.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 10,320±64 | 4,622,236 | −868 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.6%±0.7 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.0%±3.4 pts | 5.1% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 89.1%±1.1 pts | 72.0% | – |
| Mobile homes | 9.3%±1.1 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.1%±0.5 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 7.5%±1.0 pts | 14.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Alcona County building?
Builders took permits for 48 new housing units across Alcona County in 2025 (48 single-family), 4.5 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Alcona County get to work?
75.0% of Alcona County's workers drive alone and 10.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 27.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.5%.
| Measure | Alcona County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 42.7%±2.0 pts | 61.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.5%±1.2 pts | 5.7% | −3.1 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 75.0%±2.9 pts | 74.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.5%±2.1 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.8 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 3.0%±1.3 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.9%±2.1 pts | 13.5% | +5.2 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 27.9 min±2.3 | 24.2 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Alcona County's census tracts?
Alcona County is divided into 6 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $46,759 (Tract 9705) to $70,326 (Tract 1).
| Tract 126001000100 | 1,837±167 | $70,326 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 970126001970100 | 2,446±161 | $52,781 |
| Tract 970426001970400 | 2,819±212 | $57,350 |
| Tract 970526001970500 | 1,974±170 | $46,759 |
| Tract 970626001970600 | 1,321±163 | $54,274 |
| Tract 990026001990000 | 0±11 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Alcona County compare with Michigan's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 75th of 83 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 12th of 83 |
| Residents per square mile | 73rd of 83 |
| Median household income | 72nd of 83 |
| Median home value | 53rd of 83 |
| Median gross rent | 46th of 83 |
| Poverty rate | 51st of 83 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 46th of 83 |
| Median age | 1st of 83 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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