Alpena city, Michigan
Alpena city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Alpena city is a geographic entity located in Alpena County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,088. The land area covers 8.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 10,088 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,088 | ±198 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 5,610 | ±196 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,088 | ±198 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 522 | ±151 |
| Median Home Value | $118,700 | ±$7,732 |
| Median Gross Rent | $625 | ±$83 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $47,545 | ±$3,647 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,201 | ±$4,507 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,104 | ±399 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,555 | ±339 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.9% | ±2.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 10,116 (2024)
ID: 185887
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY MANAGER
208 N FIRST AVE, UNIT 1, ALPENA MI 49707-2864
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GUS Population: 28,903 (2024)
ID: 106259
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ALPENA COUNTY CLERK
720 W CHISHOLM ST, STE 2, ALPENA MI 49707-2453
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | ALPENA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | ALPENA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ALPENA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ALPENA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ALPENA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ALPENA, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | ALPENA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | POSEN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | POSEN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | OSSINEKE, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MYMICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER ALPENA
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Hospital | City address association | 1501 W CHISHOLM ST, ALPENA, MI, 49707 |
(989) 356-7390
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Alpena Community College
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College | 0.5 mi away | 665 Johnson St, Alpena, MI, 49707 |
9893569021
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ALPENA COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 211 NORTH FIRST AVENUE, ALPENA, MI, 49707 |
(989) 356-6188
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GRAND LAKE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 18132 LAKE ESAU HIGHWAY, PRESQUE ISLE, MI, 49777 |
(989) 734-2477
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CALEDONIA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 1499 HUBERT ROAD, HUBBARD LAKE, MI, 49747 |
(989) 727-3105
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POSEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 6987 TURTLE STREET, POSEN, MI, 49776 |
(989) 734-2477
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HILLMAN-WRIGHT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 121 WEST SECOND STREET, HILLMAN, MI, 49746 |
(989) 742-4021
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ALPENA WWTP, MI US, located 1.2 miles from Alpena city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.1° | 13.4° | 20.2° | 2.19" | 15.6" |
| February | 28.6° | 12.7° | 20.6° | 1.70" | 14.4" |
| March | 36.8° | 20.8° | 28.8° | 1.81" | 6.2" |
| April | 48.4° | 32.1° | 40.3° | 3.11" | 3.5" |
| May | 60.8° | 43.1° | 51.9° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| June | 71.0° | 53.7° | 62.4° | 2.72" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.1° | 59.4° | 68.3° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| August | 76.2° | 58.1° | 67.2° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| September | 68.9° | 50.7° | 59.8° | 2.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 55.9° | 39.6° | 47.7° | 3.24" | 0.1" |
| November | 43.0° | 29.9° | 36.4° | 2.27" | 3.0" |
| December | 32.8° | 20.9° | 26.9° | 2.05" | 16.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpena city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ossineke CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Presque Isle Harbor CDP | CDP | 17.4 mi | — |
| Posen village | Village | 18.0 mi | — |
| Hubbard Lake CDP | CDP | 18.3 mi | — |
| Lost Lake Woods CDP | CDP | 19.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2600701740. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.