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Arenac County, Michigan
Arenac County, Michigan. Arenac County had 15,068 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.5% since 2020, in line with Michigan (+0.5%). It holds 18 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs and 12 towns and townships) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 26011.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
15,068
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 15,002 · ACS 2020-2024: 15,077
Median household income
$58,811
±$1,914 (90% margin)
Michigan: $72,875
Median home value
$150,600
±$7,468 (90% margin)
Michigan: $231,600
Median gross rent
$761
±$57 (90% margin)
Michigan: $1,129
How many people live in Arenac County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 15,002 residents in Arenac County. The Census Bureau estimates 15,068 for July 1, 2025, up 0.5% since 2020, in line with Michigan (+0.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 15,077 over 363 square miles of land.
| Measure | Arenac County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 15,077 | 10,077,761 | +7 |
| Households | 6,552±168 | 4,076,369 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.27±0.06 | 2.42 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 9,554±55 | 4,622,236 | −282 |
Arenac County's population since 2000
From 17,269 in 2000 to 15,068 in 2025: down 12.7%. 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 Arenac County?
Arenac County holds 18 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 12 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government). The largest is Deep River Township with 2,076 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Deep River Township | 2,050 | $58,598 |
|---|---|---|
| Standish Township | 1,701 | $65,938 |
| Standish | 1,458 | $35,395 |
| Moffatt Township | 1,166 | $70,357 |
| Clayton Township | 1,001 | $50,795 |
| Sims Township | 986 | $59,583 |
| Au Gres | 945 | $67,115 |
| Lincoln Township, Arenac County | 924 | $62,955 |
| Whitney Township | 907 | $61,875 |
| Au Gres Township | 896 | $65,481 |
| Arenac Township | 871 | $60,000 |
| Mason Township, Arenac County | 750 | $57,857 |
| Adams Township, Arenac County | 554 | $58,036 |
| Turner Township | 519 | $51,985 |
| Sterling | 474 | $61,563 |
| Omer | 274 | $51,000 |
| TwiningGEOID 2681020 | 130 | $44,271 |
| TurnerGEOID 2680820 | 121 | not published |
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 Arenac County?
The median resident of Arenac County is 50.2 years old; 18.5% are under 18 and 27.2% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 93.0%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.5%. 0.8% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Arenac County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 50.2±0.2 | 40.2 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 18.5%±0.1 pts | 21.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 27.2%±0.3 pts | 18.6% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% | 5.9% | +0.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 93.0%±0.2 pts | 72.4% | −1.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.3 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 3.4% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.5%±0.4 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 7.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.5%±0.6 pts | 10.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.3%±0.9 pts | 5.8% | – |
| With a disability | 17.7%±1.0 pts | 14.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.0%±0.9 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.2%±1.1 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.0%±1.4 pts | 32.4% | +3.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.9%±0.8 pts | 12.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.0%±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 Arenac County earn?
Half of Arenac County's 6,552 households earn less than $58,811 a year (±$1,914), against $72,875 in Michigan. In 2015-2019 the median was $52,046 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,765 after inflation. 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Arenac County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $58,811±$1,914 | $72,875 | +$6,765 |
| Mean household income | $72,218±$2,196 | $98,700 | – |
| Per capita income | $32,082±$1,022 | $40,735 | +$2,142 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.7%±1.8 pts | 13.2% | −5.4 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.9%±4.9 pts | 17.6% | −12.1 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 16.1%±1.7 pts | 13.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 87.0%±1.6 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 Arenac County?
Owners occupy 86.2% of Arenac County's occupied homes and renters 13.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $150,600 by its owner (±$7,468). The median renter pays $761 a month including utilities, and 35.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Arenac County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $150,600±$7,468 | $231,600 | +$34,423 |
| Median gross rent | $761±$57 | $1,129 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.6%±5.6 pts | 41.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,140±$45 | $1,569 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 86.2%±1.6 pts | 73.2% | +2.4 pts |
| Housing units | 9,554±55 | 4,622,236 | −282 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.5%±2.8 pts | 5.1% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 81.2%±1.9 pts | 72.0% | – |
| Mobile homes | 12.2%±1.6 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 10.7%±1.3 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 Arenac County building?
Builders took permits for 43 new housing units across Arenac County in 2025 (35 single-family), 2.9 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 Arenac County get to work?
79.3% of Arenac County's workers drive alone and 8.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 26.6 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.0%.
| Measure | Arenac County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 52.4%±1.3 pts | 61.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.0%±1.4 pts | 5.7% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 79.3%±2.3 pts | 74.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.7%±1.5 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 2.8%±1.0 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.1%±1.3 pts | 13.5% | +4.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 26.6 min±1.6 | 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 Arenac County's census tracts?
Arenac County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $52,917 (Tract 9705) to $64,494 (Tract 9704).
| Tract 970126011970100 | 2,188±201 | $59,178 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 970226011970200 | 3,150±213 | $60,368 |
| Tract 970326011970300 | 2,966±214 | $57,665 |
| Tract 970426011970400 | 2,920±158 | $64,494 |
| Tract 970526011970500 | 3,853±264 | $52,917 |
| Tract 990026011990000 | 0±11 | not published |
| Tract 990126011990100 | 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 Arenac County compare with Michigan's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 68th of 83 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 48th of 83 |
| Residents per square mile | 56th of 83 |
| Median household income | 62nd of 83 |
| Median home value | 71st of 83 |
| Median gross rent | 65th of 83 |
| Poverty rate | 56th of 83 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 77th of 83 |
| Median age | 23rd 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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