Grand Ledge, MI

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7,795
TOTAL POPULATION
3,739
MALE POPULATION
4,056
FEMALE POPULATION
92.18
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.48
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,917
PER CAPITA INCOME
$89,965
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,179
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
10.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
89.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,096
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Grand Ledge Zip Codes

Grand Ledge Area Codes

Race in Grand Ledge

The most populous races in Grand Ledge are White / Caucasian (7,367 | 94.5%), Hispanic or Latino (359 | 4.6%), and Two or more Races (307 | 3.9%).
Race in Grand Ledge
Race# Population% Population
Asian130.2%
Black / African American861.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3594.6%
Native / Alaskan100.1%
White / Caucasian7,36794.5%
Two or more Races3073.9%
Some other Race120.2%
Total7,795100.0%

Ancestry in Grand Ledge

The most populous ancestries reported in Grand Ledge are German (1,832 | 23.5%), Irish (1,433 | 18.4%), English (1,277 | 16.4%), American (422 | 5.4%), and Dutch (368 | 4.7%), together accounting for 68.4% of all Grand Ledge residents.
Ancestry in Grand Ledge
Ancestry# Population% Population
American4225.4%
Arab250.3%
Austrian120.2%
Belgian350.4%
Blackfeet450.6%
British140.2%
Burmese80.1%
Canadian620.8%
Cape Verdean40.1%
Central American560.7%
Cherokee70.1%
Chippewa90.1%
Croatian70.1%
Cuban160.2%
Czech60.1%
Danish1892.4%
Dutch3684.7%
Eastern European80.1%
English1,27716.4%
European1962.5%
Finnish941.2%
French1792.3%
French Canadian921.2%
German1,83223.5%
Greek1511.9%
Guatemalan560.7%
Hungarian180.2%
Indian (Asian)100.1%
Irish1,43318.4%
Italian1732.2%
Korean30.0%
Lebanese120.2%
Luxembourger80.1%
Macedonian120.2%
Mexican2803.6%
Mongolian140.2%
Northern European110.1%
Norwegian821.1%
Palestinian130.2%
Pennsylvania German140.2%
Polish3094.0%
Potawatomi170.2%
Romanian100.1%
Russian230.3%
Scandinavian70.1%
Scotch-Irish1101.4%
Scottish2082.7%
Serbian130.2%
Spaniard70.1%
Subsaharan African40.1%
Swedish470.6%
Swiss200.3%
Welsh140.2%
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Immigrants in Grand Ledge

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Grand Ledge came from Asia (40 | 0.5%), Central America (36 | 0.5%), Guatemala (36 | 0.5%), Latin America (36 | 0.5%), and South Eastern Asia (17 | 0.2%), together accounting for 2.1% of all Grand Ledge residents.
Immigrants in Grand Ledge
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia400.5%
Canada80.1%
Central America360.5%
China100.1%
Eastern Asia100.1%
England100.1%
Europe100.1%
Guatemala360.5%
Jordan130.2%
Latin America360.5%
Malaysia140.2%
Northern Europe100.1%
Philippines30.0%
South Eastern Asia170.2%
Western Asia130.2%
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Sex and Age in Grand Ledge

Sex and Age in Grand Ledge

The most populous age groups in Grand Ledge are 55 to 59 Years (357 | 9.6%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (387 | 9.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Grand Ledge
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years166 (4.4%)177 (4.4%)
5 to 9 Years350 (9.4%)236 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years248 (6.6%)176 (4.3%)
15 to 19 Years198 (5.3%)247 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years216 (5.8%)222 (5.5%)
25 to 29 Years180 (4.8%)173 (4.3%)
30 to 34 Years279 (7.5%)214 (5.3%)
35 to 39 Years215 (5.8%)387 (9.5%)
40 to 44 Years209 (5.6%)193 (4.8%)
45 to 49 Years186 (5.0%)225 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years218 (5.8%)266 (6.6%)
55 to 59 Years357 (9.6%)278 (6.9%)
60 to 64 Years262 (7.0%)287 (7.1%)
65 to 69 Years178 (4.8%)308 (7.6%)
70 to 74 Years110 (2.9%)207 (5.1%)
75 to 79 Years100 (2.7%)210 (5.2%)
80 to 84 Years87 (2.3%)65 (1.6%)
85 Years and over180 (4.8%)185 (4.6%)
Total3,739 (100.0%)4,056 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Grand Ledge

Median Family Size in Grand Ledge

The median family size in Grand Ledge is 2.76 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,609 | 74.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.79 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (133 | 6.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.65 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Grand Ledge
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,609 (74.6%)2.79
Single Male/Father133 (6.2%)2.65
Single Female/Mother414 (19.2%)2.68
Total Families2,156 (100.0%)2.76

Median Household Size in Grand Ledge

The median household size in Grand Ledge is 2.20 persons per household, with single female/mother households (414 | 11.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.98 persons per household. non-family households (1,370 | 38.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Grand Ledge
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,609 (45.6%)2.82
Single Male/Father133 (3.8%)2.95
Single Female/Mother414 (11.7%)2.98
Non-family1,370 (38.9%)1.16
Total Households3,526 (100.0%)2.20

Household Size by Marriage Status in Grand Ledge

Out of a total of 3,526 households in Grand Ledge, 2,156 (61.2%) are family households, while 1,370 (38.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,056, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,155.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Grand Ledge
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,155 (32.8%)
2-Person Households1,056 (29.9%)215 (6.1%)
3-Person Households592 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households380 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households79 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households42 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households7 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,156 (61.2%)1,370 (38.9%)

Female Fertility in Grand Ledge

Fertility by Age in Grand Ledge

Average fertility rate in Grand Ledge is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 181.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Grand Ledge
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years110 (100.0%)181.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total110 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Grand Ledge

24.5% of women with births (110) in Grand Ledge are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 75.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 75.4% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Grand Ledge
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years27 (24.5%)83 (75.4%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (24.5%)83 (75.4%)

Fertility by Education in Grand Ledge

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Grand Ledge
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma59 (53.6%)148.0
College or Associate's Degree40 (36.4%)68.0
Bachelor's Degree11 (10.0%)29.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total110 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Grand Ledge

75.4% of women with births in Grand Ledge are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Grand Ledge
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree16 (40.0%)24 (60.0%)
Bachelor's Degree11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (24.5%)83 (75.4%)

Income in Grand Ledge

Income Overview in Grand Ledge

Per Capita Income in Grand Ledge is $42,917, while median incomes of families and households are $89,965 and $71,179 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income7,795$42,917
Median Family Income2,156$89,965
Mean Family Income2,156$117,920
Median Household Income3,526$71,179
Mean Household Income3,526$95,083
Income Deficit2,156$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)7,79510.88%
Wage / Income Gap ($)7,79589.12¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7,7950.43

Earnings by Sex in Grand Ledge

Average Earnings in Grand Ledge are $44,569, $46,130 for men and $41,112 for women, a difference of 10.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Grand Ledge
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,952 (47.3%)$46,130
Female2,177 (52.7%)$41,112
Total4,129 (100.0%)$44,569

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Grand Ledge

The most common earnings brackets in Grand Ledge are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (269 | 13.8%) and $100,000+ for women (243 | 11.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Grand Ledge
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less62 (3.2%)96 (4.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99938 (1.9%)101 (4.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49962 (3.2%)60 (2.8%)
$7,500 to $9,99920 (1.0%)63 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49975 (3.8%)17 (0.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99964 (3.3%)96 (4.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49925 (1.3%)72 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99940 (2.1%)18 (0.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49971 (3.6%)84 (3.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99979 (4.1%)27 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99962 (3.2%)165 (7.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99974 (3.8%)39 (1.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999118 (6.0%)198 (9.1%)
$40,000 to $44,999125 (6.4%)134 (6.2%)
$45,000 to $49,999169 (8.7%)126 (5.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9998 (0.4%)69 (3.2%)
$55,000 to $64,999269 (13.8%)173 (8.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999182 (9.3%)224 (10.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999222 (11.4%)172 (7.9%)
$100,000+187 (9.6%)243 (11.2%)
Total1,952 (100.0%)2,177 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Grand Ledge

Average earnings in Grand Ledge are $55,058 for men and $48,021 for women, a difference of 12.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,625, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $42,565. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,350, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $29,485.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Grand Ledge
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$42,565$29,485
College or Associate's Degree$57,696$41,326
Bachelor's Degree$64,973$59,762
Graduate Degree$71,625$67,350
Total$55,058$48,021

Family Income in Grand Ledge

Family Income Brackets in Grand Ledge

According to the Grand Ledge family income data, there are 558 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Grand Ledge
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000281.3%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999693.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991014.7%
$35,000 to $49,9992119.8%
$50,000 to $74,99943320.1%
$75,000 to $99,99935816.6%
$100,000 to $149,99955825.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992019.3%
$200,000+1949.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Grand Ledge

5-person families (62 | 2.9%) account for the highest median family income in Grand Ledge with $123,393 per family, while 2-person families (1,153 | 53.5%) have the highest median income of $43,566 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Grand Ledge
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,153 (53.5%)$87,132
3-Person Families528 (24.5%)$110,625
4-Person Families395 (18.3%)$117,578
5-Person Families62 (2.9%)$123,393
6-Person Families18 (0.8%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,156 (100.0%)$89,965

Family Income by Number of Earners in Grand Ledge

The median family income in Grand Ledge is $89,965, with families comprising 3+ earners (146) having the highest median family income of $150,900, while families with no earners (332) have the lowest median family income of $55,556, accounting for 6.8% and 15.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Grand Ledge
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners332 (15.4%)$55,556
1 Earner749 (34.7%)$61,518
2 Earners929 (43.1%)$113,575
3+ Earners146 (6.8%)$150,900
Total2,156 (100.0%)$89,965

Household Income in Grand Ledge

Household Income Brackets in Grand Ledge

With 843 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Grand Ledge, accounting for 23.9% of all households. In contrast, only 56 households (1.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Grand Ledge
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000561.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991273.6%
$15,000 to $24,9992015.7%
$25,000 to $34,9992727.7%
$35,000 to $49,99937010.5%
$50,000 to $74,99984323.9%
$75,000 to $99,99957516.3%
$100,000 to $149,99965218.5%
$150,000 to $199,9992196.2%
$200,000+2156.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Grand Ledge

The median household income in Grand Ledge is $71,179, with the highest median household income of $87,250 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,193 households (33.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $59,297, with 1,158 households (32.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Grand Ledge
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years101 (2.9%)$63,225
25 to 44 Years1,074 (30.5%)$69,574
45 to 64 Years1,193 (33.8%)$87,250
65+ Years1,158 (32.8%)$59,297
Total3,526 (100.0%)$71,179

Poverty in Grand Ledge

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Grand Ledge

With 5.9% poverty level for males and 5.9% for females among the residents of Grand Ledge, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 19 males (22.6%) and 51 females (15.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Grand Ledge
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (13.9%)10 (6.0%)
5 Years19 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years33 (9.7%)21 (6.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years11 (3.9%)51 (15.2%)
25 to 34 Years31 (6.8%)46 (11.9%)
35 to 44 Years35 (8.3%)13 (2.2%)
45 to 54 Years11 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years56 (9.0%)58 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years1 (0.4%)30 (5.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (2.0%)
Total220 (5.9%)238 (5.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Grand Ledge

According to the poverty statistics in Grand Ledge, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Grand Ledge
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years143 (86.1%)157 (94.0%)
5 Years65 (77.4%)24 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years307 (90.3%)299 (93.4%)
12 to 14 Years174 (100.0%)68 (100.0%)
15 Years40 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years92 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years271 (96.1%)284 (84.8%)
25 to 34 Years428 (93.2%)341 (88.1%)
35 to 44 Years389 (91.7%)567 (97.8%)
45 to 54 Years393 (97.3%)491 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years563 (90.9%)507 (89.7%)
65 to 74 Years287 (99.7%)475 (94.1%)
75 Years and over367 (100.0%)441 (98.0%)
Total3,519 (94.1%)3,788 (94.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Grand Ledge

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Grand Ledge show that 1.1% or 18 of the total 1,609 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 3.7%, comprising of 18 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Grand Ledge
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,064 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children466 (96.3%)18 (3.7%)
3 or 4 Children61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,591 (98.9%)18 (1.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Grand Ledge

According to the poverty data in Grand Ledge, 20.3% or 27 single-father households and 4.3% or 18 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (11.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Grand Ledge
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)10 (11.4%)
1 or 2 Children8 (7.6%)8 (2.6%)
3 or 4 Children19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (20.3%)18 (4.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Grand Ledge

The poverty data for Grand Ledge shows that 18 of the married-couple family households (1.1%) and 45 of the single-parent households (8.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (3.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (54.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Grand Ledge
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)10 (10.3%)
1 or 2 Children18 (3.7%)16 (3.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)19 (54.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (1.1%)45 (8.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Grand Ledge

Employment by Class of Employer in Grand Ledge

Among the 3,779 employed individuals in Grand Ledge, private company employees (2,407 | 63.7%), local government employees (426 | 11.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (333 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Grand Ledge
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,40763.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)731.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1724.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations3338.8%
Local Government Employees42611.3%
State Government Employees3268.6%
Federal Government Employees421.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,779100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Grand Ledge

According to the labor force statistics for Grand Ledge, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,370), 64.3% or 4,096 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 221 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 96.9% or 342 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 27.5% or 47 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Grand Ledge
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years171 (45.8%)47 (27.5%)
20 to 24 Years385 (87.9%)10 (2.6%)
25 to 29 Years342 (96.9%)33 (9.6%)
30 to 34 Years441 (89.5%)13 (3.0%)
35 to 44 Years930 (92.6%)34 (3.7%)
45 to 54 Years794 (88.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years450 (70.9%)22 (4.9%)
60 to 64 Years294 (53.6%)20 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years286 (35.6%)41 (14.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,096 (64.3%)221 (5.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Grand Ledge

According to labor force statistics for Grand Ledge, 82.7% of individuals (3,249) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,929) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 123 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 94.2% or 1,306 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.4% or 71 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Grand Ledge
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School27 (46.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma606 (64.0%)36 (3.8%)
College / Associate Degree1,313 (85.4%)34 (2.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,306 (94.2%)75 (5.4%)
Total3,249 (82.7%)149 (3.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Grand Ledge

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Grand Ledge are Community & Social Service (565 | 14.6%), Management (480 | 12.4%), Education Instruction & Library (350 | 9.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (283 | 7.3%), and Health Technologists (198 | 5.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Grand Ledge

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Grand Ledge, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (79.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (68.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Technologists (78.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Grand Ledge
OccupationMaleFemale
Management243 (50.6%)237 (49.4%)
Business & Financial53 (27.9%)137 (72.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science105 (68.6%)48 (31.4%)
Computers & Mathematics54 (79.4%)14 (20.6%)
Architecture & Engineering32 (48.5%)34 (51.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 134 (23.7%)431 (76.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)68 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support23 (44.2%)29 (55.8%)
Education Instruction & Library111 (31.7%)239 (68.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)95 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating68 (24.0%)215 (76.0%)
Health Technologists42 (21.2%)156 (78.8%)
Total (Category)603 (36.1%)1,068 (63.9%)
Total (Overall)1,829 (47.4%)2,030 (52.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Grand Ledge are Cleaning & Maintenance (231 | 6.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (203 | 5.3%), Healthcare Support (136 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (68 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (19 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations in Grand Ledge

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Grand Ledge, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (58.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (71.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Grand Ledge
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support39 (28.7%)97 (71.3%)
Security & Protection7 (36.8%)12 (63.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving109 (53.7%)94 (46.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance136 (58.9%)95 (41.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)68 (100.0%)
Total (Category)291 (44.3%)366 (55.7%)
Total (Overall)1,829 (47.4%)2,030 (52.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Grand Ledge are Office & Administration (624 | 16.2%), and Sales & Related (366 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Grand Ledge

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Grand Ledge
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related163 (44.5%)203 (55.5%)
Office & Administration264 (42.3%)360 (57.7%)
Total (Category)427 (43.1%)563 (56.9%)
Total (Overall)1,829 (47.4%)2,030 (52.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Grand Ledge are Construction & Extraction (109 | 2.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (25 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Grand Ledge

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Grand Ledge
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,829 (47.4%)2,030 (52.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Grand Ledge are Production (204 | 5.3%), Transportation (122 | 3.2%), and Material Moving (81 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Grand Ledge

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Grand Ledge
OccupationMaleFemale
Production201 (98.5%)3 (1.5%)
Transportation109 (89.3%)13 (10.7%)
Material Moving64 (79.0%)17 (21.0%)
Total (Category)374 (91.9%)33 (8.1%)
Total (Overall)1,829 (47.4%)2,030 (52.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Grand Ledge

Employment Industries in Grand Ledge

The major employment industries in Grand Ledge include Retail Trade (520 | 13.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (502 | 13.0%), Educational Services (496 | 12.9%), Manufacturing (393 | 10.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (366 | 9.5%).
Employment Industries in Grand Ledge

Employment Industries by Sex in Grand Ledge

The Grand Ledge industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Manufacturing (94.9%), and Construction (93.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (83.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Grand Ledge
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction144 (93.5%)10 (6.5%)
Manufacturing373 (94.9%)20 (5.1%)
Wholesale Trade49 (64.5%)27 (35.5%)
Retail Trade214 (41.1%)306 (58.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing82 (70.7%)34 (29.3%)
Utilities14 (42.4%)19 (57.6%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance81 (28.4%)204 (71.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing26 (59.1%)18 (40.9%)
Professional & Scientific48 (25.1%)143 (74.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support89 (45.9%)105 (54.1%)
Educational Services166 (33.5%)330 (66.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance81 (16.1%)421 (83.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services231 (63.1%)135 (36.9%)
Public Administration168 (56.4%)130 (43.6%)
Total1,829 (47.4%)2,030 (52.6%)

Education in Grand Ledge

School Enrollment in Grand Ledge

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,721 students in Grand Ledge are elementary school (459 | 26.7%), high school (376 | 21.8%), and middle school (333 | 19.4%).
School Enrollment in Grand Ledge
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool17910.4%
Kindergarten1126.5%
Elementary School45926.7%
Middle School33319.4%
High School37621.8%
College / Undergraduate19011.0%
Graduate / Professional724.2%
Total1,721100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Grand Ledge

Out of a total of 1,721 students who are enrolled in schools in Grand Ledge, 361 (21.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,360 (79.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 87 (72.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 92 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Grand Ledge
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds81 (69.2%)36 (30.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old505 (88.3%)67 (11.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds357 (84.2%)67 (15.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds206 (77.4%)60 (22.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds33 (27.5%)87 (72.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over39 (47.0%)44 (53.0%)
Total1,360 (79.0%)361 (21.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Grand Ledge

Education (382 | 18.8%), business (369 | 18.2%), arts & humanities (263 | 13.0%), science & technology (175 | 8.6%), and social sciences (168 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 2,031 individuals in Grand Ledge who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Grand Ledge
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics733.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural803.9%
Physical & Health Sciences572.8%
Psychology331.6%
Social Sciences1688.3%
Engineering592.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies281.4%
Science & Technology1758.6%
Business36918.2%
Education38218.8%
Literature & Languages381.9%
Liberal Arts & History572.8%
Visual & Performing Arts1296.4%
Communications1205.9%
Arts & Humanities26313.0%
Total2,031100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Grand Ledge

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Grand Ledge

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Grand Ledge are males with 2 vehicles (1,019, accounting for 56.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (951, making up 51.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Grand Ledge
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle65 (3.6%)8 (0.4%)
1 Vehicle264 (14.5%)474 (24.2%)
2 Vehicles1,019 (56.1%)951 (48.5%)
3 Vehicles344 (18.9%)447 (22.8%)
4 Vehicles118 (6.5%)68 (3.5%)
5 or more Vehicles7 (0.4%)14 (0.7%)
Total1,817 (100.0%)1,962 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Grand Ledge

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Grand Ledge are 20 to 24 minutes (660 commuters, 19.7%), 15 to 19 minutes (603 commuters, 18.0%), and 5 to 9 minutes (557 commuters, 16.6%).
Commute Time in Grand Ledge
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1384.1%
5 to 9 Minutes55716.6%
10 to 14 Minutes33510.0%
15 to 19 Minutes60318.0%
20 to 24 Minutes66019.7%
25 to 29 Minutes2918.7%
30 to 34 Minutes39511.8%
35 to 39 Minutes230.7%
40 to 44 Minutes902.7%
45 to 59 Minutes1003.0%
60 to 89 Minutes1624.8%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Grand Ledge

The most common commute times in Grand Ledge are 5 to 9 minutes (291 commuters, 17.4%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (396 commuters, 23.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Grand Ledge
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes75 (4.5%)63 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes291 (17.4%)266 (15.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes262 (15.6%)73 (4.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes256 (15.3%)347 (20.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes264 (15.8%)396 (23.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes199 (11.9%)92 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes91 (5.4%)304 (18.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)23 (1.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes81 (4.8%)9 (0.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes49 (2.9%)51 (3.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes107 (6.4%)55 (3.3%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Grand Ledge

The most frequent times of departure to work in Grand Ledge are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (231, 13.8%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (302, 18.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Grand Ledge
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM139 (8.3%)10 (0.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM73 (4.4%)12 (0.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM74 (4.4%)14 (0.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM134 (8.0%)128 (7.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM218 (13.0%)164 (9.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM215 (12.8%)286 (17.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM122 (7.3%)196 (11.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM231 (13.8%)302 (18.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM105 (6.3%)220 (13.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM67 (4.0%)77 (4.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM14 (0.8%)20 (1.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM5 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM220 (13.1%)121 (7.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM58 (3.5%)129 (7.7%)
Total1,675 (100.0%)1,679 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Grand Ledge

Occupancy by Ownership in Grand Ledge

Of the total 3,526 dwellings in Grand Ledge, owner-occupied units account for 2,297 (65.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,229 (34.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Grand Ledge
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,29765.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,22934.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,526100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Grand Ledge

Occupancy by Household Size in Grand Ledge
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,15532.8%
2-Person Household1,27136.0%
3-Person Household59216.8%
4+ Person Household50814.4%
Total Housing Units3,526100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Grand Ledge

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Grand Ledge
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household603 (52.2%)552 (47.8%)
2-Person Household867 (68.2%)404 (31.8%)
3-Person Household478 (80.7%)114 (19.3%)
4+ Person Household349 (68.7%)159 (31.3%)
Total Housing Units2,297 (65.1%)1,229 (34.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Grand Ledge

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Grand Ledge
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School24 (36.9%)41 (63.1%)
High School Diploma397 (53.5%)345 (46.5%)
College/Associate Degree1,000 (62.3%)606 (37.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher876 (78.7%)237 (21.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Grand Ledge

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Grand Ledge
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years62717.8%
35 to 44 Years54815.5%
45 to 54 Years54915.6%
55 to 64 Years64418.3%
65 to 74 Years60417.1%
75 to 84 Years3068.7%
85 Years and Over2487.0%
Total3,526100.0%

Housing Finances in Grand Ledge

Median Income by Occupancy in Grand Ledge

Median Income by Occupancy in Grand Ledge
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,297 (65.1%)$90,729
Renter-Occupied1,229 (34.9%)$48,693
Average3,526 (100.0%)$71,179

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Grand Ledge

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Grand Ledge
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008 (0.4%)30 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99910 (0.4%)10 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99934 (1.5%)93 (7.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99962 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99910 (0.4%)130 (10.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999113 (4.9%)157 (12.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999106 (4.6%)263 (21.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999488 (21.2%)354 (28.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999441 (19.2%)133 (10.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999612 (26.6%)39 (3.2%)
$150,000 or more413 (18.0%)20 (1.6%)
Total2,297 (100.0%)1,229 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Grand Ledge

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Grand Ledge
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30014 (0.6%)38 (3.1%)
$300 to $499152 (6.6%)28 (2.3%)
$500 to $799512 (22.3%)338 (27.5%)
$800 to $999198 (8.6%)319 (26.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499738 (32.1%)354 (28.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999387 (16.9%)25 (2.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499177 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99973 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more46 (2.0%)113 (9.2%)
Total2,297 (100.0%)1,229 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Grand Ledge

Housing Structures in Grand Ledge

Housing Structures in Grand Ledge
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,07658.9%
Single Unit, Attached1353.8%
2 Unit Apartments842.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1002.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1373.9%
10 or more Apartments68819.5%
Mobile Home / Other3068.7%
Total3,526100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Grand Ledge

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Grand Ledge
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,937 (93.3%)139 (6.7%)
Single Unit, Attached50 (37.0%)85 (63.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)84 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments19 (19.0%)81 (81.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments40 (29.2%)97 (70.8%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)688 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other251 (82.0%)55 (18.0%)
Total2,297 (65.1%)1,229 (34.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Grand Ledge

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Grand Ledge
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)26 (2.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms10 (0.4%)280 (22.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms632 (27.5%)626 (50.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms836 (36.4%)267 (21.7%)
8 or more Rooms819 (35.7%)30 (2.4%)
Total2,297 (100.0%)1,229 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Grand Ledge

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Grand Ledge
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,059 (89.6%)708 (57.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1 (0.0%)13 (1.1%)
Electricity159 (6.9%)493 (40.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene14 (0.6%)15 (1.2%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels36 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used28 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,297 (100.0%)1,229 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Grand Ledge

Household Vehicle Usage in Grand Ledge
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle33 (1.4%)193 (15.7%)
1 Vehicle752 (32.7%)486 (39.5%)
2 Vehicles986 (42.9%)544 (44.3%)
3 or more Vehicles526 (22.9%)6 (0.5%)
Total2,297 (100.0%)1,229 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Grand Ledge

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Grand Ledge

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units8251,472
Median Property Value$161,300$196,200
Median Household Income$65,391$325
Monthly Housing Costs$662$46
Real Estate Taxes$2,749$20

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Grand Ledge

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Grand Ledge
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000236 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99949 (5.9%)67 (4.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999459 (55.6%)1,160 (78.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99981 (9.8%)223 (15.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)22 (1.5%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total825 (100.0%)1,472 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Grand Ledge

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Grand Ledge
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00010 (1.2%)13 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $24,99968 (8.2%)8 (0.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99988 (10.7%)38 (2.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99945 (5.4%)25 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999259 (31.4%)61 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99991 (11.0%)229 (15.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999176 (21.3%)350 (23.8%)
$150,000 or more88 (10.7%)436 (29.6%)
Total825 (100.0%)1,472 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Grand Ledge

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Grand Ledge
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x478 (57.9%)109,038 (7,407.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x121 (14.7%)687 (46.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x141 (17.1%)476 (32.3%)
4.0x or more85 (10.3%)191 (13.0%)
Total825 (100.0%)1,472 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Grand Ledge

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Grand Ledge
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800103 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49933 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499556 (67.4%)75 (5.1%)
Total825 (100.0%)1,472 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Grand Ledge

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Grand Ledge

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Grand Ledge
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years451 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,228 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years649 (91.1%)63 (8.8%)
26 to 34 Years608 (89.8%)69 (10.2%)
35 to 44 Years927 (92.3%)77 (7.7%)
45 to 54 Years847 (94.6%)48 (5.4%)
55 to 64 Years1,169 (98.7%)15 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years793 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older817 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,489 (96.5%)272 (3.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Grand Ledge

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Grand Ledge
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born451 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,228 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen649 (91.1%)63 (8.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Grand Ledge

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Grand Ledge
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000492 (93.4%)35 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,059 (90.7%)109 (9.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,737 (97.9%)37 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,237 (94.0%)79 (6.0%)
$100,000 and over2,931 (99.6%)12 (0.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Grand Ledge

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Grand Ledge
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6179 (39.7%)285 (63.2%)
6 to 18 Years538 (43.8%)803 (65.4%)
19 to 25 Years145 (20.4%)561 (78.8%)
25 to 34 Years213 (31.5%)445 (65.7%)
35 to 44 Years179 (17.8%)784 (78.1%)
45 to 54 Years106 (11.8%)760 (84.9%)
55 to 64 Years304 (25.7%)1,009 (85.2%)
65 to 74 Years781 (98.5%)527 (66.5%)
75 Years and over817 (100.0%)726 (88.9%)
Total3,262 (42.0%)5,900 (76.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Grand Ledge

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Grand Ledge
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years120 (16.4%)27 (5.0%)
18 to 34 Years53 (7.3%)58 (8.0%)
35 to 64 Years251 (17.3%)197 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years57 (19.8%)127 (25.2%)
75 Years and over243 (66.2%)213 (47.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Grand Ledge

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Grand Ledge: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years71 (4.9%)57 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years42 (14.6%)50 (9.9%)
75 Years and over202 (55.0%)114 (25.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Grand Ledge: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years41 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years111 (7.7%)36 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years21 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over157 (42.8%)18 (4.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Grand Ledge: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years79 (10.8%)16 (2.9%)
18 to 34 Years36 (5.0%)58 (8.0%)
35 to 64 Years146 (10.1%)54 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years1 (0.4%)9 (1.8%)
75 Years and over144 (39.2%)152 (33.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Grand Ledge: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years150 (10.4%)104 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)103 (20.4%)
75 Years and over136 (37.1%)174 (38.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Grand Ledge: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years45 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (1.7%)18 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)18 (3.6%)
75 Years and over109 (29.7%)28 (6.2%)

Technology Access in Grand Ledge

Computing Device Access in Grand Ledge

Computing Device Access in Grand Ledge
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,63174.6%
Smartphone3,04386.3%
Tablet2,08359.1%
No Computing Device2436.9%
Total3,526100.0%

Internet Access in Grand Ledge

Internet Access in Grand Ledge
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet90.3%
Broadband Home2,58373.3%
Cellular Data Only42812.1%
Satellite Internet1113.2%
No Internet45713.0%
Total3,526100.0%

Grand Ledge Summary

Grand Ledge is a city located in Eaton County, Michigan, United States. It is situated along the Grand River, approximately 10 miles (16 km) west of Lansing, the state capital. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 7,805.

History

Grand Ledge was first settled in 1836 by a group of settlers from New York. The city was named for the 300-foot (91 m) high sandstone ledges along the Grand River. The ledges provided a safe crossing for Native Americans and early settlers. The first permanent settler was William H. Pashby, who arrived in 1837.
The city was incorporated in 1871. In the late 19th century, Grand Ledge was a popular summer resort destination for wealthy families from Detroit and Lansing. The city was home to several large resorts, including the Grand Ledge Hotel, which was built in 1876 and burned down in 1891.

Geography

Grand Ledge is located at 42°45′N 84°45′W (42.75, -84.75). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.50 square miles (11.67 km2), of which 4.45 square miles (11.53 km2) is land and 0.05 square miles (0.14 km2) is water.

Economy

Grand Ledge is home to several large employers, including Eaton Corporation, a global power management company; Grand Ledge Public Schools; and the Grand Ledge Medical Center. The city also has a vibrant downtown area, with several restaurants, shops, and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 7,805 people, 3,093 households, and 2,072 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,746.2 people per square mile (675.2/km2). There were 3,309 housing units at an average density of 741.2 per square mile (286.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White, 1.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
There were 3,093 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.7% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.06.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,917. Males had a median income of $41,945 versus $30,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $22,945. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Grand Ledge?
Total Population of Grand Ledge is 7,795.
What is the Total Male Population of Grand Ledge?
Total Male Population of Grand Ledge is 3,739.
What is the Total Female Population of Grand Ledge?
Total Female Population of Grand Ledge is 4,056.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Grand Ledge?
There are 92.18 Males per 100 Females in Grand Ledge.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Grand Ledge?
There are 108.48 Females per 100 Males in Grand Ledge.
What is the Median Population Age in Grand Ledge?
Median Population Age in Grand Ledge is 41.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Grand Ledge
Average Family Size in Grand Ledge is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Grand Ledge
Average Household Size in Grand Ledge is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Grand Ledge?
Per Capita income in Grand Ledge is $42,917.
What is the Median Family Income in Grand Ledge?
Median Family Income in Grand Ledge is $89,965.
What is the Median Household income in Grand Ledge?
Median Household Income in Grand Ledge is $71,179.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Grand Ledge?
Income or Wage Gap in Grand Ledge is 10.9%.
Women in Grand Ledge earn 89.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Grand Ledge?
Inequality or Gini Index in Grand Ledge is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Grand Ledge?
There are 4,096 People in the Labor Forcein in Grand Ledge.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Grand Ledge?
64.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Grand Ledge.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Grand Ledge?
Unemployment Rate in Grand Ledge is 5.4%.