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Michigan District 3

Congressional District in MI • 3 Counties

Michigan's 3rd congressional district is represented by Hillary Scholten, a Democratic U.S. representative. Scholten won the 2024 general election with 53.7% of the vote. The district has 779,539 residents, a median household income of $78,245 and a median age of 35.8, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Hillary Scholten

Representative for Michigan District 3
Democratic3 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

779,539

Total Population

$78,245

Median Household Income

35.8

Median Age

24.9%

College Educated

11.7%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

72.4% Whi
11.0% Bla
10.8% His
2.9% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 35.8 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $78,245 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Hillary Scholten Democratic53.7%
Paul Hudson Republican43.8%
Louis Palus Other1.3%

Other candidates: 1.3%

Hillary Scholten won by 9.9%

420,289 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Hillary Scholten

Major Counties

Kent, Ionia, Barry

Major Cities

Grand Rapids, Ionia

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Michigan District 3?
Hillary Scholten (Democrat) currently represents Michigan District 3 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Michigan District 3?
Michigan District 3 includes 3 counties: Kent, Ionia, Barry.
What are the major cities in Michigan District 3?
The major cities in this district include Grand Rapids, Ionia.
What is the population of Michigan District 3?
Michigan District 3 has a population of approximately 779,539 residents.