Why it Matters: It can be argued there is a correlation between population
loss and fiscal problems. Population loss can result in a general weakening of a locality's economy and
could be caused by a loss of a major employer, demographic shift or other factors.
Local governments are often unable to reduce expenditures to match a growth decline or loss of revenue due
to departing taxpayers. (n007)
Data Source: The historical data presented has been loaded from information provided by the US Census Bureau or by the State Treasurer or Comptroller's office. Current and future year data has been entered by the municipality based on current budget and forecast information, or by Munetrix from available audited or budget information found in the public domain or provided by the jurisdiction itself. (n032)
(o124)
Data Table
County
Type
Population
Square Miles
Population per Square Mile
*Rank
Antrim County
County
23,301
602
48.85
9
Benzie County
County
17,703
860
55.09
7
Charlevoix County
County
26,197
1,391
62.85
4
County of Kalkaska
County
17,824
571
31.77
10
Emmet County
County
33,175
882
70.91
1
Grand Traverse County
County
92,640
601
199.19
5
Leelanau County
County
21,649
2,532
62.13
8
Manistee County
County
24,539
1,281
45.15
3
Missaukee County
County
15,075
574
26.6
6
Wexford County
County
33,433
576
59.12
2
*Rank is based on Population per Square Mile from least dense to most dense