Michigan
State in United States
Michigan has a land area of 56,591.0 square miles and a water area of 40,097.0 square miles. It is the 22nd largest state by area. Michigan is bordered by Indiana, Ohio, Minnesota, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
Population and People
Total Population
10,050,811Data from Census BureauAverage Age
40.2 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
1,823,284Data from Census BureauVeterans
6.0%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$87,879Data from Census BureauPoverty
21%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
8,150,184Data from Census BureauUnemployed
4.2%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
4,051,798Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$969Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
53.9%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
46.1%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$199,100Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
1,085,451Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
2,966,347Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
13.9%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Michigan is located in Chicago Regional Office. Within Michigan there are . Throughout Michigan there are 127 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: MICHIGAN
The Detroit Field Office is available to answer general questions about HUD programs administered within the state of Michigan. In order to provide you with the best customer service experience, please read through the items below before calling:
- If you are currently, or are in danger of becoming homeless, please dial 2-1-1 on your phone or contact your closest Housing Assessment Resource Agency for information on local housing resources available to you.
- If you are seeking a full or partial payoff amount, subordination request, or other specific information relating to an FHA loan please contact the National Servicing Center at 877-622-8525 or utilize the new SMART Integrated Portal for faster service.
- For general questions about FHA loans or programs contact the FHA Resource Center at 800-CALL-FHA (800-225-5342) or by email at [email protected].
- Are you currently seeking affordable/assisted housing (commonly known as Section 8)? In addition to resources available through the Housing Assessment Resource Agency, please use the HUD Resource Locator or Get Rental Help sites to find nearby affordable housing, both are searchable down to the address level. The Detroit Field Office does not directly issue or control individual vouchers nor does it provide direct housing assistance payments on behalf of individuals in affordable housing. These items are managed by the local housing authority or the individual developments listed on the sites mentioned earlier.
- If you are a homeowner and are seeking homeowner rehabilitation assistance please review the resources available on our homeownership site.
- Public Housing: Public Housing Resource Center 800-955-8470, or by email at [email protected]
- Multifamily: Multifamily Resident Line:Â 800-685-8470
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY:Â (800) 877-8339
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
FIELD OFFICES HUD: MICHIGAN
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: MICHIGAN
TANF OFFICE HUD: MICHIGAN
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: MICHIGAN
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: MICHIGAN
HOMEOWNERSHIP: MICHIGAN
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
Population by Age Range in Michigan
Age and Sex
40.2 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Michigan
Age and Sex
40.2 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Michigan
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Michigan
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Michigan
Older Population
18.10 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Michigan
Older Population
18.10 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Michigan
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Michigan
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Michigan
Veterans
6.00 +/- 0.1
Veterans in Michigan
Veterans
6.00 +/- 0.1
Veterans in Michigan
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Michigan
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Michigan
Median Household Income
$63,498 +/- $526
Median Household Income in Michigan
Median Household Income
$63,498 +/- $526
Median Household Income in Michigan
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Michigan
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Michigan
Poverty
13.10 +/- 0.3
Poverty in Michigan
Poverty
13.10 +/- 0.3
Poverty in Michigan
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Michigan
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Michigan
Educational Attainment
31.70 +/- 0.3
Educational Attainment in Michigan
Educational Attainment
31.70 +/- 0.3
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Michigan
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Michigan
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Michigan
Employment rate
56.60% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Michigan
Employment rate
56.60% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Michigan
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: MICHIGAN
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023