Houghton Lake
Houghton Lake has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $27,443. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value has risen by half since 1990, reaching $68,400. With a median age of 44.2, the population is older than the US median of 35.2. Households here earn about 39% less than the Michigan median.
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How many people live in Houghton Lake, Michigan?
Houghton Lake, Michigan has about 3,749 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Houghton Lake, Michigan?
The typical household in Houghton Lake, Michigan earns about $27,443 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Houghton Lake, Michigan expensive?
In Houghton Lake, Michigan, the median home is worth about $68,400, and the typical rent is about $412 a month.
How educated are people in Houghton Lake, Michigan?
About 7.7% of adults age 25 and over in Houghton Lake, Michigan hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Houghton Lake, Michigan?
About 16.0% of people in Houghton Lake, Michigan live below the federal poverty line.
Has Houghton Lake, Michigan grown since 1990?
Yes, Houghton Lake, Michigan has grown since 1990. The population has added about 396 residents, a change of about 12 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024