Battle Creek city, Michigan
Battle Creek city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Battle Creek city is a geographic entity located in Calhoun County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 52,021. The land area covers 42.61 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 52,021 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 21,128 | ±531 | 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 | 23,600 | ±446 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 21,128 | ±531 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,472 | ±365 |
| Median Home Value | $141,900 | ±$10,010 |
| Median Gross Rent | $957 | ±$32 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,693 | ±$4,942 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,455 | ±$1,298 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9,065 | ±1,067 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 23,447 | ±754 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.5% | ±0.8% |
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: 52,205 (2024)
ID: 166644
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: ASST CITY MGR
PO BOX 1717, BATTLE CREEK MI 49016-1717
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GUS Population: 133,785 (2024)
ID: 208277
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
315 W GREEN ST, MARSHALL MI 49068-1585
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ATHENS, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SPRINGFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SPRINGFIELD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BATTLE CREEK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BELLEVUE, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BATTLE CREEK VA MEDICAL CENTER
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Acute Care - Veterans Administration | City address association | 5500 ARMSTRONG RD., BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49037 |
(269) 966-5600
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The Salon Professional Academy-Battle Creek
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College Vocational | 0.3 mi away | 1416 W. Columbia Ave., Battle Creek, MI, 49015 |
26996244001016
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WILLARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 7 WEST VAN BUREN STREET, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49017 |
(269) 968-8166
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BRONSON BATTLE CREEK HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 300 NORTH AVENUE, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49017 |
(269) 966-8000
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Kellogg Community College
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College | 3.7 mi away | 450 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI, 49017-3397 |
2699653931
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HELEN WARNER BRANCH
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 36 MINGES CREEK PLACE, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49015 |
(269) 968-8166
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BRONSON BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOSPITAL
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Psychiatric | City address association | 5550 GLENN CROSS RD, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49015 |
(269) 966-8374
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Ross Medical Education Center-Battle Creek
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College Vocational | 3.9 mi away | 3600 Capital Ave., SW, Suite 104, Battle Creek, MI, 49015-9393 |
2692241381
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AUGUSTA-ROSS TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 105 SOUTH WEBSTER STREET, AUGUSTA, MI, 49012 |
(269) 731-4000
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Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine
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College | 17.9 mi away | 300 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007 |
2693374500
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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 BATTLE CREEK KELLOGG AP, MI US, located 1.3 miles from Battle Creek city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.3° | 17.3° | 24.3° | 1.58" | — |
| February | 34.1° | 18.7° | 26.4° | 1.21" | — |
| March | 45.4° | 27.1° | 36.3° | 1.67" | — |
| April | 58.6° | 37.3° | 48.0° | 2.88" | — |
| May | 70.1° | 48.7° | 59.4° | 3.72" | — |
| June | 79.4° | 58.4° | 68.9° | 3.41" | — |
| July | 83.0° | 62.0° | 72.5° | 3.35" | — |
| August | 80.9° | 60.8° | 70.8° | 3.36" | — |
| September | 74.0° | 52.9° | 63.5° | 3.23" | — |
| October | 61.2° | 42.0° | 51.6° | 3.55" | — |
| November | 47.3° | 32.2° | 39.8° | 2.13" | — |
| December | 36.3° | 23.6° | 30.0° | 1.43" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Springfield city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Brownlee Park CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Level Park-Oak Park CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Augusta village | Village | 6.8 mi | — |
| Climax village | Village | 6.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2602505920. • 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.