Why it Matters: It can be argued there is a correlation between population
loss and fiscal problems. Population loss can result in a general weakening of a locality's economy and
could be caused by a loss of a major employer, demographic shift or other factors.
Local governments are often unable to reduce expenditures to match a growth decline or loss of revenue due
to departing taxpayers. (n007)
Data Source: The historical data presented has been loaded from information provided by the US Census Bureau or by the State Treasurer or Comptroller's office. Current and future year data has been entered by the municipality based on current budget and forecast information, or by Munetrix from available audited or budget information found in the public domain or provided by the jurisdiction itself. (n032)
(o124)
Data Table
County
Type
Population
Square Miles
Population per Square Mile
*Rank
Allegan County
County
117,104
1,833
141.51
5
Barry County
County
61,045
577
109.77
8
County of Ottawa
County
289,162
1,632
511.21
3
Ionia County
County
580
4
Kent County
County
652,617
872
762.29
6
Mecosta County
County
43,481
571
78.25
1
Montcalm County
County
63,516
721
89.7
2
Osceola County
County
573
7
*Rank is based on Population per Square Mile from least dense to most dense