Baraga, MI is a small community located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with a population of 1,942 people according to the 2017 US Census. The population density of Baraga is 912 people per square mile compared to the overall US population density of 93 people per square mile. Baraga is known for its year-round outdoor activities that include skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, hunting and camping. Local businesses include Jack's Super Valu grocery store and Niemi’s Pharmacy. There are also several organizations such as the Baraga County Community Foundation and The Baraga Area Recreation Authority. Finally, if you’re a sports fan there are local sports teams like the Baraga Vikings Football Team who offer exciting games to watch during the season.
The population in Baraga is 1,942. There are 914 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Baraga is 36.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Baraga is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Baraga
- 25.9% are married
- 8.4% are divorced
- 26.3% are married with children
- 13.4% have children, but are single
Race in Baraga
- 37.5% are White
- 50.1% are Black
- 0.8% are Asian
- 5.7% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 4.0% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander