Ionia

MI

Ionia County, Michigan

Population 67K |Median income $75,611 |1 hospital

Population
66,574
Ionia County
Median Income
$75,611
+11% vs avg
Median Home Value
$198,500
-13% vs avg
Median Age
39.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
67K+4%
Median Income
$75,611+58%
Median Home Value
$198,500+79%
Poverty Rate
10.6%-33%
Unemployment
3.9%-68%

Economics

Median Rent
$884/mo
Poverty Rate
10.6% -25% vs avg
Unemployment 3.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 18.5%
Work From Home 9.1%
Public Transit 1.2%

Population

White 86.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.9%
African American 3.4%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.2%
High Blood Pressure
35.8%
Short Sleep Duration
35.5%
Physical Inactivity
24.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.7%
Binge Drinking
17.6%
Current Smoking
16.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
14%
Current Asthma
11.2%
Diabetes
11.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.4%
Annual Checkup 78.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.7%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
SPARROW IONIA HOSPITAL
IONIA · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Ionia Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Alert Issued for West of Barren Islands and Kamishak Bay

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Ionia, MI? ▼
Ionia, MI has a population of 66,574 people, located in Ionia County, Michigan.
What is the median household income in Ionia? ▼
The median household income in Ionia, MI is $75,611 per year. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
What is the median home value in Ionia? ▼
The median home value in Ionia, MI is $198,500. Median rent is $884/month.
What are the top health concerns in Ionia? ▼
The top health indicators in Ionia include Obesity (40.2%), High Blood Pressure (35.8%), Short Sleep Duration (35.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Ionia? ▼
Ionia has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Ionia? ▼
The median age in Ionia, MI is 39.1 years. 18.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ionia, MI is located in Ionia County, Michigan. With a population of 67K and a median household income of $75,611, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ionia area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Ionia County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.