Definitions: Babies who weigh less than 2,500 grams (approximately 5 lb. 8 oz.) at birth are considered low-birthweight. The percent is based on total live births. An * indicates fewer than six occurrences.
Data Source: Michigan Department of Community Health, Vital Records and Health Data Development Section.
Footnotes:
These data are based on three-year averages, with the latest year listed. Births by county and city are based on the mother’s residence.
Data Provided by:
Michigan League for Public Policy