Batavia township, Michigan
Batavia township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Batavia township is a geographic entity located in Branch County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,332. The land area covers 35.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,332 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 52.4 yrs | ±6.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 450 | ±72 | 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 | 508 | ±84 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 450 | ±72 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 58 | ±34 |
| Median Home Value | $133,300 | ±$44,239 |
| Median Gross Rent | $906 | ±$106 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,389 | ±$3,521 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,124 | ±$4,605 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 59 | ±32 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 452 | ±103 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.6% | ±7.3% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF BATAVIA
GUS Population: 1,345 (2024)
ID: 106452
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
614 N SNOW PRAIRIE RD, COLDWATER MI 49036-8297
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GUS Population: 46,187 (2024)
ID: 204650
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
31 DIVISION ST, COLDWATER MI 49036-1904
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | BRONSON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ATHENS, MI | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | COLDWATER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRONSON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COLDWATER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | COLON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | COLON, 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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Southwest Michigan Beauty School
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College Vocational | 19.0 mi away | 703 South Centerville Road, Sturgis, MI, 49091-2061 |
2695037606
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BRONSON LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 207 NORTH MATTESON ROAD, BRONSON, MI, 49028 |
(517) 369-3785
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Glen Oaks Community College
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College | 19.7 mi away | 62249 Shimmel Rd, Centreville, MI, 49032-9719 |
26946799450
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BRANCH DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 10 EAST CHICAGO STREET, COLDWATER, MI, 49036 |
(517) 278-2341
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Ross Medical Education Center-Battle Creek
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College Vocational | 21.8 mi away | 3600 Capital Ave., SW, Suite 104, Battle Creek, MI, 49015-9393 |
2692241381
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SHERWOOD LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 118 SHERMAN STREET, SHERWOOD, MI, 49089 |
(517) 741-7976
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Trine University
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College | 21.8 mi away | 1 University Ave, Angola, IN, 46703-1764 |
2606654100
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UNION TOWNSHIP LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 195 NORTH BROADWAY, UNION CITY, MI, 49094 |
(517) 741-5061
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Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses
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College | 21.8 mi away | 1 University Avenue, Angola, IN, 46703 |
2604834949
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COLON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 128 SOUTH BLACKSTONE AVENUE, COLON, MI, 49040 |
(269) 432-3958
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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 COLDWATER ST SCHOOL, MI US, located 6.7 miles from Batavia township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.9° | 15.9° | 23.4° | 2.53" | 13.1" |
| February | 34.2° | 17.6° | 25.9° | 2.30" | 10.7" |
| March | 44.9° | 25.7° | 35.3° | 2.22" | 4.9" |
| April | 57.9° | 36.1° | 47.0° | 3.42" | 1.1" |
| May | 69.4° | 47.1° | 58.2° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.6° | 56.6° | 67.6° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.9° | 59.9° | 70.9° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.6° | 58.2° | 68.9° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.2° | 50.7° | 62.0° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.6° | 40.3° | 50.5° | 3.66" | 0.1" |
| November | 46.6° | 30.5° | 38.5° | 2.75" | 3.6" |
| December | 35.5° | 21.7° | 28.6° | 2.38" | 9.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronson city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Coldwater city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Sherwood village | Village | 7.6 mi | — |
| Union City village | Village | 9.0 mi | — |
| Colon village | Village | 10.7 mi | — |
| Burlington village | Village | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2602305800. • 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.