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Emmet County, Michigan
Emmet County, Michigan. Emmet County had 33,775 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.0% since 2020, while Michigan grew 0.5%. It holds 30 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs, 16 towns and townships and 9 census-designated) and 11 census tracts. GEOID 26047.
Emmet County is the county of the Petoskey, MI micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
33,775
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 34,112 · ACS 2020-2024: 34,125
Median household income
$78,112
±$4,802 (90% margin)
Michigan: $72,875
Median home value
$315,700
±$11,662 (90% margin)
Michigan: $231,600
Median gross rent
$1,112
±$81 (90% margin)
Michigan: $1,129
How many people live in Emmet County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 34,112 residents in Emmet County. The Census Bureau estimates 33,775 for July 1, 2025, down 1.0% since 2020, while Michigan grew 0.5%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 34,125 over 468 square miles of land.
| Measure | Emmet County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 34,125 | 10,077,761 | +1,021 |
| Households | 15,190±413 | 4,076,369 | +727 |
| Average household size | 2.22±0.06 | 2.42 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 21,979±63 | 4,622,236 | +301 |
Emmet County's population since 2000
From 31,437 in 2000 to 33,775 in 2025: up 7.4%. 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 Emmet County?
Emmet County holds 30 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 16 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 9 census-designated places. The largest is Bear Creek Township with 6,513 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Bear Creek Township | 6,542 | $71,090 |
|---|---|---|
| Petoskey | 5,877 | $74,196 |
| Littlefield Township | 3,200 | $85,262 |
| Resort Township | 2,835 | $103,929 |
| Little Traverse Township | 2,657 | $88,368 |
| Springvale Township | 2,146 | $102,083 |
| West Traverse Township | 1,768 | $93,929 |
| Maple River Township | 1,295 | $72,019 |
| McKinley Township, Emmet County | 1,294 | $54,417 |
| Harbor Springs | 1,274 | $75,417 |
| Friendship Township | 954 | $90,833 |
| Pleasantview Township | 918 | $70,694 |
| Alanson | 778 | $65,139 |
| Pellston | 774 | $66,875 |
| Carp Lake Township, Emmet County | 748 | $45,833 |
| Wawatam Township | 711 | $49,318 |
| Mackinaw City | 846 | $42,031 |
| Bliss Township | 568 | $78,750 |
| Readmond Township | 560 | $75,313 |
| Center Township | 525 | $68,636 |
| OdenGEOID 2660180 | 358 | not published |
| Carp Lake | 356 | $27,474 |
| ConwayGEOID 2617900 | 338 | $77,000 |
| Cross Village TownshipGEOID 2604718900 | 240 | $56,250 |
| BrutusGEOID 2611380 | 202 | $109,375 |
| Bay Shore | 687 | $75,217 |
| Bay ViewGEOID 2606260 | 183 | $236,500 |
| LeveringGEOID 2647240 | 176 | $40,156 |
| PonshewaingGEOID 2665420 | 126 | not published |
| Cross VillageGEOID 2618880 | 79 | $49,375 |
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 Emmet County?
The median resident of Emmet County is 47.0 years old; 18.1% are under 18 and 25.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 89.1%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 5.8%. 1.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Emmet County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 47.0±0.5 | 40.2 | +1.5 |
| Under 18 years | 18.1% | 21.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 25.0%±0.2 pts | 18.6% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% | 5.9% | +0.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 89.1%±0.8 pts | 72.4% | −2.1 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 13.1% | −0.3 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.1 pts | 3.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 1.5%±0.3 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 | 5.8%±0.7 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.4 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.5%±0.4 pts | 7.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.1%±0.7 pts | 10.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.2%±0.8 pts | 5.8% | – |
| With a disability | 13.4%±1.2 pts | 14.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.4%±1.0 pts | 4.9% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 96.3%±0.6 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 41.6%±2.1 pts | 32.4% | +8.2 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 17.7%±1.4 pts | 12.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.4%±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 Emmet County earn?
Half of Emmet County's 15,190 households earn less than $78,112 a year (±$4,802), against $72,875 in Michigan. In 2015-2019 the median was $68,708 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $9,404 after inflation. 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Emmet County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $78,112±$4,802 | $72,875 | +$9,404 |
| Mean household income | $109,768±$6,184 | $98,700 | – |
| Per capita income | $48,447±$2,797 | $40,735 | +$6,512 |
| People below the poverty line | 8.5%±1.3 pts | 13.2% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 9.0%±2.8 pts | 17.6% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 7.4%±1.3 pts | 13.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.1%±1.7 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 Emmet County?
Owners occupy 77.0% of Emmet County's occupied homes and renters 23.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $315,700 by its owner (±$11,662). The median renter pays $1,112 a month including utilities, and 35.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Emmet County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $315,700±$11,662 | $231,600 | +$85,683 |
| Median gross rent | $1,112±$81 | $1,129 | +$105 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.1%±6.3 pts | 41.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,604±$72 | $1,569 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.0%±1.7 pts | 73.2% | +4.2 pts |
| Housing units | 21,979±63 | 4,622,236 | +301 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.5%±1.5 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.0%±2.5 pts | 5.1% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 73.5%±1.7 pts | 72.0% | – |
| Mobile homes | 5.5%±0.9 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.0%±0.3 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 15.0%±1.6 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 Emmet County building?
Builders took permits for 135 new housing units across Emmet County in 2025 (135 single-family), 4.0 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 Emmet County get to work?
74.7% of Emmet County's workers drive alone and 10.7% work from home. The average trip to work takes 19.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.2%.
| Measure | Emmet County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 60.6%±1.2 pts | 61.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.2%±0.8 pts | 5.7% | −1.7 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 74.7%±2.3 pts | 74.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.9%±1.5 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 3.8%±1.3 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.7%±1.5 pts | 13.5% | +5.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 19.9 min±1.1 | 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 Emmet County's census tracts?
Emmet County is divided into 11 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $52,222 (Tract 9701) to $93,214 (Tract 9703.01).
| Tract 970126047970100 | 2,051±215 | $52,222 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9702.0126047970201 | 2,513±274 | $62,679 |
| Tract 9702.0226047970202 | 3,095±287 | $75,000 |
| Tract 9703.0126047970301 | 2,668±212 | $93,214 |
| Tract 9703.0226047970302 | 1,627±193 | $83,068 |
| Tract 970426047970400 | 2,852±239 | $88,068 |
| Tract 970526047970500 | 4,899±381 | $87,471 |
| Tract 970626047970600 | 6,453±456 | $90,391 |
| Tract 970726047970700 | 3,686±341 | $86,806 |
| Tract 970826047970800 | 4,281±426 | $63,767 |
| Tract 990026047990000 | 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 Emmet County compare with Michigan's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 45th of 83 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 69th of 83 |
| Residents per square mile | 37th of 83 |
| Median household income | 11th of 83 |
| Median home value | 7th of 83 |
| Median gross rent | 10th of 83 |
| Poverty rate | 75th of 83 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 4th of 83 |
| Median age | 31st 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
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Emmet County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.