Grand Rapids, MI
GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 11.30.20)
AGE IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 20,774 | 10.4% |
| 25 to 29 years | 22,976 | 11.5% |
| 30 to 34 years | 17,251 | 8.6% |
| 35 to 39 years | 13,467 | 6.7% |
| 40 to 44 years | 9,880 | 4.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 9,835 | 4.9% |
| 50 to 54 years | 8,335 | 4.2% |
| 55 to 59 years | 10,614 | 5.3% |
| 60 to 64 years | 9,681 | 4.8% |
| 65 to 69 years | 8,054 | 4.0% |
| 70 to 74 years | 6,934 | 3.5% |
| 75 to 79 years | 3,665 | 1.8% |
| 80 to 84 years | 2,824 | 1.4% |
| 85+ years | 3,365 | 1.7% |
The median age in Grand Rapids is 30.8 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 134,229 | 67.0% |
| Black or African American | 37,061 | 18.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1,063 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4,431 | 2.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 204 | 0.1% |
| Other | 11,550 | 5.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 6,945 | 5.5% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 7,501 | 5.9% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 28,436 | 22.4% |
| Some college, no degree | 25,513 | 20.1% |
| Associate’s degree | 10,676 | 8.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 32,434 | 25.6% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 15,376 | 12.1% |
| High school graduate or higher | 112,435 | 88.6% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 47,810 | 37.7% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 79,071 | 62.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 9.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 11.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.1% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.2% |
Median household income: $51,226
Mean household income: $68,530
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $22,193 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $27,706 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $31,754 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $41,364 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $56,708 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 161,070 | NA |
| Never married | 73,839 | 45.8% |
| Now married (except separated) | 61,328 | 38.1% |
| Separated | 2,285 | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 8,148 | 5.1% |
| Divorced | 15,470 | 9.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 36,586 | 19.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Owner-occupied housing units | 40,121 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 34,081 |
| Single-family detached units | 46,642 |
| Homeownership rate | 54.1% |
| Vacancy rate | 7.5% |
| Renters rate | 45.9% |
| Average housing value | $145,237 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/mortgage) | $770 |
| Average rent | $809 |
Source: US Census; htps://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Average income | $62,979 |
| Average household size | 2.55 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 68.6% |
| Percent disabled | 13.3% |
| Percent with health coverage | 90.8% |
| Average travel time to work | 19.1 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 4.0% |
| Percent veterans | 5.3% |
| Percent foreign born | 10.5% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 5.4% |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $56,013.81 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $428.01 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $251.53 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $77.66 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $36.05 |
| Apparel & services | $1,634.51 |
| Men’s apparel | $315.02 |
| Women’s apparel | $542.46 |
| Children’s apparel | $251.18 |
| Boys’ apparel | $86.55 |
| Girls’ apparel | $94.48 |
| Footwear | $376.18 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,796.32 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $284.30 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $866.43 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,293.73 |
| Education | $1,155.14 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,405.08 |
| Club membership fees | $164.07 |
| Dating services | $0.67 |
| Pet food | $192.16 |
| Pet services | $45.68 |
| Food consumed at home | $3,968.85 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $521.72 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $406.68 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $767.99 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $881.52 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $394.04 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,390.93 |
| Health care | $4,459.55 |
| Medical services | $813.08 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $109.40 |
| Household Services | $1,501.66 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $58.56 |
| Lawn and garden services | $315.20 |
| Housekeeping services | $117.41 |
| PC repair | $5.19 |
| Housing | $17,702.15 |
| Home improvements | $1,774.56 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,766.59 |
| Phone services | $1,371.64 |
| Water | $536.47 |
| Life and other insurance | $327.36 |
| Pensions and social security | $5,822.46 |
| Personal care products and services | $673.04 |
| Hair care products | $82.65 |
| Personal care products | $281.24 |
| Local transportation | $6,575.68 |
| Gasoline | $1,716.48 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $901.11 |
| Travel | $1,573.47 |
| Airline fares | $380.82 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $18.96 |
| Lodging on trips | $426.28 |
| Food and drink on trips | $382.56 |
| Entertainment on trips | $135.38 |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN KENT COUNTY (home to GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN)
| % with any debt in collections | 28% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,290 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 18% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $553 |
| % with student loan debt | 20% |
| Average student loan debt | $19,137 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $180 |
| % with auto debt | 30% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 4,638 | 4.4% |
| February 2019 | 4,344 | 4.1% |
| March 2019 | 4,548 | 4.3% |
| April 2019 | 3,540 | 3.4% |
| May 2019 | 3,903 | 3.7% |
| June 2019 | 4,549 | 4.3% |
| July 2019 | 5,451 | 5.2% |
| August 2019 | 4,254 | 4.0% |
| September 2019 | 3,542 | 3.4% |
| October 2019 | 3,224 | 3.1% |
| November 2019 | 3,206 | 3.1% |
| December 2019 | 3,286 | 3.2% |
| January 2020 | 3,952 | 3.8% |
| February 2020 | 3,381 | 3.2% |
| March 2020 | 3,455 | 3.3% |
| April 2020 | 27,885 | 26.7% |
| May 2020 | 24,416 | 22.0% |
| June 2020 | 18,370 | 16.0% |
| July 2020 | 12,474 | 11.5% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.ls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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