The Jail System
Michigan has 88 jails in 83 counties. The jail population in 2018 is unavailable.
The Prison System
As of December 31, 2018, the number of prisoners under the jurisdiction of the State of Michigan correctional authorities was 38,761 located in 20 state prisons and held in custody of private prisons or local jails. State operated facilities had a staff of 11,941 employees and budget of $2 billion.