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
Alger County
County
9,098
5,049
9.91
2
Delta County
County
35,874
1,992
30.66
4
Dickinson County
County
777
3
Marquette County
County
66,403
3,425
36.46
5
Menominee County
County
22,902
1,338
21.95
1
Schoolcraft County
County
8,031
1,884
6.82
6
*Rank is based on Population per Square Mile from least dense to most dense