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Eaton County, Michigan
Eaton County, Michigan. Eaton County had 109,581 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.4% since 2020, in line with Michigan (+0.5%). It holds 28 places (11 cities, villages and boroughs, 16 towns and townships and 1 census-designated) and 29 census tracts. GEOID 26045.
Eaton County is one of the 3 counties of the Lansing-East Lansing, MI metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
109,581
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 109,175 · ACS 2020-2024: 109,130
Median household income
$79,597
±$2,067 (90% margin)
Michigan: $72,875
Median home value
$216,900
±$4,419 (90% margin)
Michigan: $231,600
Median gross rent
$1,092
±$26 (90% margin)
Michigan: $1,129
How many people live in Eaton County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 109,175 residents in Eaton County. The Census Bureau estimates 109,581 for July 1, 2025, up 0.4% since 2020, in line with Michigan (+0.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 109,130 over 575 square miles of land.
| Measure | Eaton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 109,130 | 10,077,761 | −326 |
| Households | 45,428±420 | 4,076,369 | +948 |
| Average household size | 2.36±0.02 | 2.42 | −0.06 |
| Housing units | 47,753±69 | 4,622,236 | +195 |
Eaton County's population since 2000
From 103,655 in 2000 to 109,581 in 2025: up 5.7%. 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 Eaton County?
Eaton County holds 28 places: 11 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 16 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Delta Charter Township with 33,175 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Delta Charter Township | 33,119 | $84,342 |
|---|---|---|
| Waverly | 23,812 | $75,700 |
| Charlotte | 9,299 | $62,681 |
| Grand Ledge | 7,784 | $68,980 |
| Windsor Charter Township | 7,140 | $105,906 |
| Eaton Rapids | 5,203 | $63,875 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | $54,382 |
| Eaton Township | 4,007 | $97,398 |
| Eaton Rapids Township | 3,991 | $82,906 |
| Oneida Charter Township | 3,986 | $93,214 |
| Hamlin Township, Eaton County | 3,227 | $91,944 |
| Bellevue Township | 3,200 | $83,636 |
| Potterville | 3,055 | $64,693 |
| Carmel Township | 2,839 | $95,083 |
| Benton Township, Eaton County | 2,766 | $97,222 |
| Walton Township | 2,293 | $89,167 |
| Sunfield Township | 2,050 | $77,750 |
| Vermontville Township | 1,947 | $70,000 |
| Chester Township, Eaton County | 1,769 | $74,342 |
| Kalamo Township | 1,765 | $86,905 |
| Roxand Township | 1,748 | $95,625 |
| Olivet | 1,517 | $54,722 |
| Brookfield Township, Eaton County | 1,467 | $87,083 |
| Bellevue | 1,308 | $63,750 |
| Dimondale | 1,134 | $111,042 |
| Vermontville | 716 | $53,750 |
| Mulliken | 525 | $81,429 |
| Sunfield | 518 | $69,821 |
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 Eaton County?
The median resident of Eaton County is 41.4 years old; 20.5% are under 18 and 20.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 79.8%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 6.7%. 4.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Eaton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.4±0.3 | 40.2 | +0.5 |
| Under 18 years | 20.5% | 21.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.1%±0.1 pts | 18.6% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.3% | 5.9% | +0.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 79.8%±0.3 pts | 72.4% | −3.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 6.7%±0.3 pts | 13.1% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 2.2%±0.2 pts | 3.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.1%±0.4 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 4.2%±0.5 pts | 7.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 6.5%±0.7 pts | 10.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.4%±0.6 pts | 5.8% | – |
| With a disability | 15.3%±0.7 pts | 14.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.4%±0.6 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 94.2%±0.5 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 30.8%±1.1 pts | 32.4% | +3.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.2%±0.7 pts | 12.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.6%±0.4 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 Eaton County earn?
Half of Eaton County's 45,428 households earn less than $79,597 a year (±$2,067), against $72,875 in Michigan. In 2015-2019 it was $79,193 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Eaton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $79,597±$2,067 | $72,875 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $96,970±$2,666 | $98,700 | – |
| Per capita income | $41,090±$1,057 | $40,735 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 8.3%±0.7 pts | 13.2% | −1.8 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 9.7%±1.7 pts | 17.6% | −5.9 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.1%±0.8 pts | 13.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.2%±0.8 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 Eaton County?
Owners occupy 74.2% of Eaton County's occupied homes and renters 25.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $216,900 by its owner (±$4,419). The median renter pays $1,092 a month including utilities, and 34.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Eaton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $216,900±$4,419 | $231,600 | +$26,142 |
| Median gross rent | $1,092±$26 | $1,129 | +$36 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 34.7%±3.4 pts | 41.4% | +4.3 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,514±$36 | $1,569 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 74.2%±1.3 pts | 73.2% | +1.9 pts |
| Housing units | 47,753±69 | 4,622,236 | +195 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.5 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.3%±1.7 pts | 5.1% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 69.5%±1.3 pts | 72.0% | – |
| Mobile homes | 5.1%±0.7 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.0%±0.3 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 15.1%±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 Eaton County building?
Builders took permits for 106 new housing units across Eaton County in 2025 (106 single-family), 1.0 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 Eaton County get to work?
72.3% of Eaton County's workers drive alone and 15.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.5%.
| Measure | Eaton County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 63.6%±0.8 pts | 61.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.5%±0.6 pts | 5.7% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 72.3%±1.5 pts | 74.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.0%±1.3 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.6%±0.3 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 1.6%±0.4 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 15.1%±1.2 pts | 13.5% | +11.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.7 min±0.7 | 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 Eaton County's census tracts?
Eaton County is divided into 29 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $52,782 (Tract 209.01) to $124,545 (Tract 201.01).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Eaton County compare with Michigan's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 19th of 83 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 49th of 83 |
| Residents per square mile | 20th of 83 |
| Median household income | 10th of 83 |
| Median home value | 24th of 83 |
| Median gross rent | 13th of 83 |
| Poverty rate | 78th of 83 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 21st of 83 |
| Median age | 60th 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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