Bad Axe city, Michigan
Bad Axe city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bad Axe city is a geographic entity located in Huron County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,943. The land area covers 2.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,943 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 48.6 yrs | ±5.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,355 | ±159 | 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 | 1,508 | ±167 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,355 | ±159 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 153 | ±93 |
| Median Home Value | $125,200 | ±$11,941 |
| Median Gross Rent | $742 | ±$86 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $44,688 | ±$10,657 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,740 | ±$3,812 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.2% | ±7.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 575 | ±209 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±3.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,195 | ±151 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76.1% | ±5.6% |
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: 2,966 (2024)
ID: 106339
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
300 E HURON AVE, BAD AXE MI 48413-1483
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COUNTY OF HURON
GUS Population: 30,780 (2024)
ID: 128251
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR
250 E HURON AVE ROOM 201, BAD AXE MI 48413
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BAD AXE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BAD AXE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | BAD AXE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BAD AXE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | BAD AXE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BAD AXE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | CASEVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CASS CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CASS CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | HARBOR BEACH, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MCLAREN THUMB REGION
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Hospital | City address association | 1100 S VAN DYKE RD, BAD AXE, MI, 48413 |
(989) 269-9521
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BAD AXE AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 200 SOUTH HANSELMAN STREET, BAD AXE, MI, 48413 |
(989) 269-8538
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BAD AXE DISTRICT LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 200 SOUTH HANSELMAN STREET, BAD AXE, MI, 48413 |
(989) 269-8538
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SLEEPER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 2236 EAST MAIN STREET, UBLY, MI, 48475 |
(989) 658-8901
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PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 7236 NITZ STREET, PIGEON, MI, 48755 |
(989) 453-2341
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PORT AUSTIN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 114 RAILROAD STREET, PORT AUSTIN, MI, 48467 |
(989) 738-7212
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RAWSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 6495 PINE STREET, CASS CITY, MI, 48726 |
(989) 872-2856
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HARBOR BEACH AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 105 NORTH HURON AVENUE, HARBOR BEACH, MI, 48441 |
(989) 479-3417
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SEBEWAING TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 23.2 mi away | 41 NORTH CENTER STREET, SEBEWAING, MI, 48759 |
(989) 883-3520
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DECKERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 3542 NORTH MAIN STREET, DECKERVILLE, MI, 48427 |
(810) 376-8015
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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 BAD AXE, MI US, located 0.3 miles from Bad Axe city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.3° | 15.6° | 21.9° | 1.96" | — |
| February | 30.2° | 15.6° | 22.9° | 1.88" | — |
| March | 40.0° | 23.3° | 31.6° | 1.83" | — |
| April | 53.3° | 33.1° | 43.2° | 3.19" | — |
| May | 66.1° | 44.6° | 55.3° | 3.34" | — |
| June | 76.0° | 54.8° | 65.4° | 3.17" | — |
| July | 80.3° | 59.5° | 69.9° | 3.67" | — |
| August | 78.5° | 58.5° | 68.5° | 3.36" | — |
| September | 72.0° | 51.0° | 61.5° | 3.16" | — |
| October | 58.7° | 41.3° | 50.0° | 2.90" | — |
| November | 45.3° | 31.4° | 38.4° | 2.36" | — |
| December | 34.0° | 22.9° | 28.5° | 2.07" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bad Axe city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ubly village | Village | 7.4 mi | — |
| Elkton village | Village | 9.2 mi | — |
| Kinde village | Village | 9.4 mi | — |
| Pigeon village | Village | 13.7 mi | — |
| Minden City village | Village | 14.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2606304740. • 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.