Demographics in Houghton, MI

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Houghton?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

8,341

Male

4,917

58.9%

Female

3,424

41.1%

Median Age

21.9

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

79.9%

Black

2.8%

Hispanic

3.5%

Asian

8.9%

Two or More

4.1%

Other

3.1%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

23.9%

High School or Higher

28.9%

Foreign Born

14.8%

Veterans

2.0%

Married

17.9%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Houghton, MI has a population of 8,341 with a median age of 21.9. The racial makeup is 79.9% White, 3.5% Hispanic, 2.8% Black, 8.9% Asian. About 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 14.8%.