Narrative: Upon the release of 2010 Census data, Michigan emerged as the only state with a decline in its population. Although Michigan still ranks as the 8th most populous state, its 0.6 percent decline (54,804 less residents) will result in the loss of one congressional seat, along with some loss in federal funds. While complete 2010 Census data has yet to be released, Michigan’s redistrict ing data was released on March 22. This provides population and housing counts, with some age and race breakdowns. The following is an overview of this data from a West Michigan perspective.


Description: The first of a series of CRI data brief on the newly released 2010 Census Redistricting data. This brief provides overall trends in population and housing using 1990, 2000 and 2010 decennial Census data with a focus on West Michigan
Added/Updated: 4/13/2011
Timeframe: 1/1/1990 to 12/31/2010
Source: 1990 Decennial Census SF1, 2000 Decennial Census SF1, 2010 Redistricting Data SF PL 94-171
Author: Community Research Institute - Johnson Center for Philanthropy
Data Provider: U.S. Census Bureau
Data Series: U.S. Decenial Census
Original release date: 3/22/2011
Universe: 100% Population and Housing Counts
Tags: Population, Housing, Census, Hispanics, African Americans, Blacks, Race, Ethnicity, Vacancy

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