Median Age
46 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
28%
Ludington
Ludington, MI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,118
Population
7,810
Renter Mix
39% Rent
A picture-perfect harbor town
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Beach
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Entertainment
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A harbor town located on Lake Michigan, Ludington is a picturesque paradise filled with abundant waterfront attractions at every corner. Ludington has four beaches for hours of relaxation and excitement. Visit local favorite Stearns Park where you can enjoy classic beach activities and more. The beach has mini golf, shuffleboard, a playground, concessions, a skate park, and free parking. Board the S.S. Badger, the largest car ferry to sail the Great Lakes, during mid-May to October. While sailing you can watch a movie, play bingo, and admire inspiring sunsets. Ludington’s community thrives on recreation and hosts events every month of the year including farmers markets, art fairs, horse shows, basketball tournaments, and marathons. The New Year’s Eve Ball Drop in downtown is one of the biggest events of the year. Not only does the town host a ball drop, but there are also activities in nearby businesses. After a fun-filled day, indulge in one of Ludington’s quirky family-owned restaurants, bars, and shops.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$49,825
Average: $66,665
Education
2,139
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,314
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Ludington has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
39%
Non-Renters
61%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Ludington, MI is $1,081 for a studio, $1,118 for one bedroom, $1,237 for two bedrooms, and $1,119 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ludington has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,118/month
657 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Ludington, MI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
851 Students
Public
Grades K-2
288 Students
Public
Grades K-2
217 Students
Public
Grades K-12
137 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades 6-8
451 Students
Public
Grades K-12
137 Students
Academy of Science Math and Technology Early College High School
Public
Grades 9-12
40 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
638 Students
Public
Grades K-12
137 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- White Pine Village
- Ludington State Park
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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.