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Michigan District 8

Congressional District in MI • 3 Counties

Michigan's 8th congressional district is represented by Kristen McDonald Rivet, a Democratic U.S. representative. Rivet won the 2024 general election with 51.3% of the vote. The district has 770,294 residents, a median household income of $63,195 and a median age of 41.3, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Kristen McDonald Rivet

Representative for Michigan District 8
Democratic1 year in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

770,294

Total Population

$63,195

Median Household Income

41.3

Median Age

16.1%

College Educated

15.8%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

76.0% Whi
14.9% Bla
5.6% His
1.2% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 41.3 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $63,195 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Kristen McDonald Rivet Democratic51.3%
Paul Junge Republican44.6%
Kathy Goodwin Other2.0%

Other candidates: 2.1%

Kristen McDonald Rivet won by 6.6%

424,350 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

Major Counties

Ingham, Eaton, Clinton

Major Cities

Lansing, East Lansing

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Michigan District 8?
Kristen McDonald Rivet (Democrat) currently represents Michigan District 8 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Michigan District 8?
Michigan District 8 includes 3 counties: Ingham, Eaton, Clinton.
What are the major cities in Michigan District 8?
The major cities in this district include Lansing, East Lansing.
What is the population of Michigan District 8?
Michigan District 8 has a population of approximately 770,294 residents.