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Gogebic County, Michigan
Gogebic County, Michigan. Gogebic County had 14,285 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.7% since 2020, while Michigan grew 0.5%. It holds 12 places (3 cities, villages and boroughs, 6 towns and townships and 3 census-designated) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 26053.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
14,285
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 14,380 · ACS 2020-2024: 14,319
Median household income
$52,732
±$3,913 (90% margin)
Michigan: $72,875
Median home value
$107,200
±$6,245 (90% margin)
Michigan: $231,600
Median gross rent
$623
±$44 (90% margin)
Michigan: $1,129
How many people live in Gogebic County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 14,380 residents in Gogebic County. The Census Bureau estimates 14,285 for July 1, 2025, down 0.7% since 2020, while Michigan grew 0.5%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 14,319 over 1,102 square miles of land.
| Measure | Gogebic County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 14,319 | 10,077,761 | −742 |
| Households | 6,989±265 | 4,076,369 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.00±0.08 | 2.42 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 10,394±34 | 4,622,236 | −387 |
Gogebic County's population since 2000
From 17,370 in 2000 to 14,285 in 2025: down 17.8%. 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 Gogebic County?
Gogebic County holds 12 places: 3 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 6 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 3 census-designated places. The largest is Ironwood with 4,950 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Ironwood | 5,045 | $41,250 |
|---|---|---|
| Ironwood Charter Township | 2,214 | $69,107 |
| Bessemer | 1,805 | $53,523 |
| Wakefield | 1,702 | $55,759 |
| Watersmeet Township | 1,456 | $72,708 |
| Bessemer Township | 1,135 | $56,016 |
| Marenisco Township | 455 | $53,250 |
| WatersmeetGEOID 2684360 | 408 | $63,452 |
| Wakefield Township | 301 | $54,375 |
| RamsayGEOID 2666980 | 278 | $54,643 |
| Erwin Township | 267 | $67,500 |
| MareniscoGEOID 2651540 | 179 | $39,375 |
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 Gogebic County?
The median resident of Gogebic County is 51.2 years old; 16.4% are under 18 and 29.4% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 90.5%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.8%. 1.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Gogebic County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 51.2±1.0 | 40.2 | +1.9 |
| Under 18 years | 16.4%±0.3 pts | 21.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 29.4%±0.4 pts | 18.6% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% | 5.9% | +0.5 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 90.5%±0.7 pts | 72.4% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 13.1% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.1 pts | 3.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 2.4%±0.5 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.8%±1.0 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.2%±0.5 pts | 7.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.9%±0.9 pts | 10.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 10.2%±1.3 pts | 5.8% | – |
| With a disability | 19.1%±1.9 pts | 14.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.1%±1.1 pts | 4.9% | −2.6 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 96.0%±1.1 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 22.8%±2.5 pts | 32.4% | +3.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 7.9%±1.5 pts | 12.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.9%±0.9 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 Gogebic County earn?
Half of Gogebic County's 6,989 households earn less than $52,732 a year (±$3,913), against $72,875 in Michigan. In 2015-2019 it was $47,799 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Gogebic County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $52,732±$3,913 | $72,875 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $73,627±$6,063 | $98,700 | – |
| Per capita income | $36,519±$2,662 | $40,735 | +$5,069 |
| People below the poverty line | 14.4%±2.5 pts | 13.2% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 18.4%±6.9 pts | 17.6% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 18.6%±2.7 pts | 13.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.9%±2.2 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 Gogebic County?
Owners occupy 81.0% of Gogebic County's occupied homes and renters 19.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $107,200 by its owner (±$6,245). The median renter pays $623 a month including utilities, and 33.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Gogebic County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $107,200±$6,245 | $231,600 | +$24,620 |
| Median gross rent | $623±$44 | $1,129 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 33.3%±9.6 pts | 41.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,084±$49 | $1,569 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 81.0%±2.8 pts | 73.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 10,394±34 | 4,622,236 | −387 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.7%±0.6 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 7.3%±4.1 pts | 5.1% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 87.9%±2.2 pts | 72.0% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.0%±0.7 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 34.5%±2.7 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 Gogebic County building?
Builders took permits for 23 new housing units across Gogebic County in 2025 (23 single-family), 1.6 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 Gogebic County get to work?
81.2% of Gogebic County's workers drive alone and 7.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 19.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.5%.
| Measure | Gogebic County | Michigan | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 53.2%±2.1 pts | 61.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.5%±1.8 pts | 5.7% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 81.2%±2.8 pts | 74.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.3%±2.2 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.3%±0.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 2.9%±1.2 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.5%±2.2 pts | 13.5% | +3.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 19.1 min±1.8 | 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 Gogebic County's census tracts?
Gogebic County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $35,559 (Tract 9505) to $68,393 (Tract 9507).
| Tract 950226053950200 | 2,305±245 | $55,625 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 950326053950300 | 2,306±217 | $53,500 |
| Tract 950526053950500 | 2,202±239 | $35,559 |
| Tract 950626053950600 | 2,761±232 | $44,464 |
| Tract 950726053950700 | 2,380±246 | $68,393 |
| Tract 950826053950800 | 2,365±224 | $63,221 |
| Tract 990026053990000 | 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 Gogebic County compare with Michigan's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 69th of 83 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 66th of 83 |
| Residents per square mile | 75th of 83 |
| Median household income | 77th of 83 |
| Median home value | 83rd of 83 |
| Median gross rent | 81st of 83 |
| Poverty rate | 27th of 83 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 39th of 83 |
| Median age | 16th 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 Gogebic 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.