Lake County's 2026 population is estimated at 13,483, reflecting a 1.8% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lake County is the 71st largest county in Michigan. The 2010 population was 11,514 and has grown 17.1% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 50.5 years
Female: 53.6 years
Male: 47.8 years
There are 10,706 adults, (3,423 of whom are seniors) in Lake County.
Female: 5,824 (46.4%)
Male: 6,739 (53.6%)
The racial composition of Lake County includes 79.9% White, 8% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,038 | 79.9% |
| Two or more races | 1,165 | 9.27% |
| Black or African American | 1,005 | 8% |
| Other race | 170 | 1.35% |
| Native American | 147 | 1.17% |
| Asian | 38 | 0.3% |
Lake County 's average per capita income is $33,374. Household income levels show a median of $50,805. The poverty rate stands at 20.52%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $65,812 | $80,458 |
| Families | $59,322 | $72,774 |
| Households | $50,805 | $61,678 |
| Non Families | $31,239 | $43,939 |
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