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Michigan District 5

Congressional District in MI • 3 Counties

Michigan's 5th congressional district is represented by Tim Walberg, a Republican U.S. representative. Walberg won the 2024 general election with 65.7% of the vote. The district has 773,657 residents, a median household income of $70,618 and a median age of 42.3, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Tim Walberg

Representative for Michigan District 5
Republican19 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

773,657

Total Population

$70,618

Median Household Income

42.3

Median Age

15.1%

College Educated

11.6%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

86.4% Whi
3.8% Bla
5.5% His
0.7% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 42.3 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $70,618 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Tim Walberg Republican65.7%
Libbi Urban Democratic32.8%
James Bronke Other1.6%

Tim Walberg won by 32.9%

409,876 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

Tim Walberg

Major Counties

Berrien, Cass, Van Buren

Major Cities

Benton Harbor, Niles

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Michigan District 5?
Tim Walberg (Republican) currently represents Michigan District 5 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Michigan District 5?
Michigan District 5 includes 3 counties: Berrien, Cass, Van Buren.
What are the major cities in Michigan District 5?
The major cities in this district include Benton Harbor, Niles.
What is the population of Michigan District 5?
Michigan District 5 has a population of approximately 773,657 residents.