Michigan’s population rose by 3,980 in 2023 and the state remains the 10th most populous
It’s the first increase since 2018 and was driven by an increase in immigration and drop in deaths
Michigan is one of 11 states where population rebounded after a year declining
After losing population five straight years, Michigan gained nearly 4,000 residents in 2023 as the COVID-19 pandemic waned and immigration increased, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates released Tuesday.
Michigan’s population as of July 1, 2023, is estimated at 10,037,261, up 3,980 from the year before but still down 40,413 from 2020.
Michigan remains the nation’s 10th most populous state, one spot behind North Carolina (10.6 million) and one ahead of New Jersey (9.2 million.)
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