Branch County's 2026 population is estimated at 47,335, reflecting a 1.23% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Branch County is the 37th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 45,173 and has grown 4.79% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.6 years
Female: 40.7 years
Male: 40.5 years
There are 34,655 adults, (8,787 of whom are seniors) in Branch County.
Female: 21,855 (48.2%)
Male: 23,445 (51.8%)
The racial composition of Branch County includes 87.8% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 39,772 | 87.8% |
| Two or more races | 3,344 | 7.38% |
| Other race | 1,017 | 2.25% |
| Black or African American | 764 | 1.69% |
| Asian | 228 | 0.5% |
| Native American | 175 | 0.39% |
Branch County 's average per capita income is $43,018. Household income levels show a median of $63,724. The poverty rate stands at 16.43%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,136 | $106,163 |
| Families | $77,601 | $94,656 |
| Households | $63,724 | $79,966 |
| Non Families | $39,704 | $50,214 |
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