Gladwin County's 2026 population is estimated at 26,067, reflecting a 0.14% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Gladwin County is the 54th largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 25,734 and has grown 1.29% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 50.7 years
Female: 51.8 years
Male: 49.7 years
There are 20,841 adults, (7,019 of whom are seniors) in Gladwin County.
Female: 12,641 (49.2%)
Male: 13,052 (50.8%)
The racial composition of Gladwin County includes 93.77% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 24,093 | 93.77% |
| Two or more races | 1,116 | 4.34% |
| Other race | 158 | 0.61% |
| Native American | 126 | 0.49% |
| Asian | 117 | 0.46% |
| Black or African American | 81 | 0.32% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2 | 0.01% |
Gladwin County 's average per capita income is $41,897. Household income levels show a median of $55,349. The poverty rate stands at 14.88%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $81,737 | - |
| Families | $73,895 | $89,204 |
| Households | $55,349 | $74,057 |
| Non Families | $33,232 | $45,588 |
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