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The Jail System

Michigan has 88 jails in 83 counties, with a jail population of approximately 16,350.

The Prison System

As of December 31, 2016, the Michigan prison population was 41,122 located in 21 prisons, with a staff of 10,888 employees and budget of $1 billion.

The Community Corrections System

As of December 31, 2016, Michigan's community corrections population was -- under probation and -- under parole.

Rates (Per 100K)

Violent Crime Rate
459
Property Crime Rate
1,910

Populations

Prison Population
41,122
Jail Population
16,350

Facilities

Number of State Prison Facilities
21 facilities
Number of Jail Facilities
88

Prisons

Cost Per Inmate
$ 28,117
Employee Positions
10,888
Prison Budget
$1,000,000,000