March 31, 2025

Ottawa County Population Saw Continued Growth in 2024

The US Census Bureau has released the 2024 county population estimates. With a population of 306,575, Ottawa County saw an increase of 2,660 people from 2023. The gain results from an estimated natural increase of 654 people and a positive net migration of 1,993 people. Since 2020, Ottawa County has seen a total increase of 9,336 people, remaining the 7^th largest county in Michigan.

Among the ten largest counties in the state, Ottawa County has experienced the most growth, with an increase of 3.14% since 2020. Of the largest counties, Kent County and Oakland County saw the 2^nd and 3^rd most growth, growing 2.20% and 1.91%, respectively. Across all Michigan counties, Ottawa County was the 12^th fastest-growing county from 2020 to 2024.

Additional information on Ottawa County’s population is available from the Department of Strategic Impact at miOttawa.org, including additional tables and graphs. The 2024 population estimates for local townships, villages, and cities will be available from the Census Bureau later this year. 

Looking for more?

Population data for the entire state is available on the US Census Bureau’s website.

If you enjoy digging into similar data and reports, find more from Ottawa County's Department of Strategic Impact.

Questions? Concerns? Comments? Contact Stephanie Oesch at soesch@miottawa.org or at 616-738-4850.