The following is a list of cities in Michigan with a population of at least 40,000 based on 1950 U.S. Census data.

Historic census data from 1940 and 1960 is included to reflect trends in population increases or decreases.

Cities that are part of the Detroit metropolitan area are shaded in tan.

Historic census data from 1940 and 1960 are included to reflect trends in population increases or decreases.

Counties that are part of the Detroit metropolitan area are shaded in tan.