Seven of Michigan’s most-populous cities saw population increases since 2020. Detroit grew by about 1%, or 6,234 people, while Macomb Township increased by 2.9% and Lansing increased by 1.5%.

Michigan had a total net gain of 57,103 residents in 2024 — from 10,083,356 in 2023 to 10,140,459 (up 0.6%). Fifty-five counties had estimated increases compared to 27 with decreases.

Some cities in Michigan have Italian names. Italian-origin names reflect the legacy of Italian immigration to Michigan. Michigan's Italian roots stretch back to its founding, and small towns ...

Towns and townships comprise more than 20 percent of the U.S. population. For comparison, Michigan has 1,240 townships, while Ohio has 1,308, Pennsylvania has 1,454 and Illinois has 1,428.

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris peppered the state, each with at least two dozen campaign visits. The visit map shows which parts of Michigan they prioritized.