Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
21%
Grand Ledge
Grand Ledge, MI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,149
Population
8,348
Renter Mix
32% Rent
The natural beauty of Central Michigan shines through in this Lansing suburb
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Ten miles west of Downtown Lansing, Grand Ledge is a small city spanning the banks of the Grand River. Named after the magnificent rocky ledges rising high above the river, the landscape surrounding Grand Ridge is quite popular with outdoor enthusiasts from around the region, providing great opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, and rock climbing. The small business district along Bridge Street is a charming slice of classic Americana, with vintage brick storefronts hosting an eclectic mix of restaurants, specialty shops, and other locally-owned enterprises. The close proximity to Lansing and the affordable rental market help make Grand Ledge a great place for commuters seeking a small-town home environment amid the region’s natural beauty.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$70,016
Average: $91,315
Education
2,182
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,255
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Grand Ledge has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
22%
Other Education
78%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Grand Ledge, MI is $1,149 for one bedroom, $1,218 for two bedrooms, and $1,401 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Grand Ledge has increased by 2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,149/month
751 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Grand Ledge, MI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Willow Ridge Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
494 Students
Kenneth T. Beagle Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
449 Students
C.W. Neff Early Childhood And Kindergarten Center
Public
Grades PK-5
273 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
748 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,650 Students
Relevant Academy Of Eaton County
Public
Grades 9-12
63 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fitzgerald Park
- Lincoln Brick Park
- Fox Park Public Observatory
- Woldumar Nature Center
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Capital Region International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.