Houghton city, Michigan
Official LSAD Designation: Houghton city • Census GEOID: 2639360
• Houghton County
Houghton city is an incorporated city in Houghton County, Michigan. According to official records from the Census (2025), Houghton city had an estimated population of 8,560 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Houghton city (GEOID 2639360).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Houghton
Municipal
Official Title:
City Manager
Address:
PO BOX 606, HOUGHTON MI 49931-0606
County Of Houghton
County
Official Title:
County Controller
Address:
401 E HOUGHTON AVE, HOUGHTON MI 49931
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,560 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $43,456 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $254,500 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 4.48 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).