The Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program produces annual estimates of population for counties, using current data on births, deaths, and migration. The estimates from previous years are revised with each new release. Changes in population growth informs stakeholders on potential for consumer spending, labor supply, as well as, demand for infrastructure and services.
Southeast Michigan's population grew in 2025, gaining 15,019 people, or 0.3%. Our region now has three straight years of population gain. Our region has nearly recovered all population lost since 2019 and now has about 6,000 fewer people than it did in 2019.