Bertrand township, Michigan
Bertrand township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bertrand township is a geographic entity located in Berrien County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,587. The land area covers 34.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,587 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 48.5 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,040 | ±83 | 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 | 1,087 | ±82 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,040 | ±83 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 47 | ±43 |
| Median Home Value | $297,100 | ±$32,768 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $100,735 | ±$11,056 |
| Per Capita Income | $54,880 | ±$9,456 |
| Poverty Rate | 6% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 155 | ±85 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,374 | ±119 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.7% | ±3.3% |
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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GUS Population: 2,592 (2024)
ID: 128375
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
3835 BUFFALO RD, BUCHANAN MI 49107-9412
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GUS Population: 152,703 (2024)
ID: 128247
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
701 MAIN ST, SAINT JOSEPH MI 49085-1316
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | South Bend, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NILES, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Mishawaka, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Mishawaka, IN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 06-12 | BERRIEN CENTER, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BERRIEN SPRGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BERRIEN SPRINGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berrien Springs, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | BERRIEN SPRGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mishawaka, IN |
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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Saint Mary's College
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College | 8.1 mi away | 133 Le Mans Hall, Notre Dame, IN, 46556 |
5742844000
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BUCHANAN DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 128 EAST FRONT STREET, BUCHANAN, MI, 49107 |
(269) 695-3681
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Holy Cross College
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College | 8.6 mi away | 54515 State Road 933 North, Notre Dame, IN, 46556-0308 |
5742398377
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GERMAN TOWNSHIP BRANCH
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 52807 LYNNEWOOD AVE, SOUTH BEND, IN, 46628 |
(574) 271-5144
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University of Notre Dame
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College | 9.0 mi away | 400 Main Building, Notre Dame, IN, 46556 |
5746315000
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GALIEN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 302 NORTH CLEVELAND AVENUE, GALIEN, MI, 49113 |
(269) 545-8281
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John Patrick University of Health and Applied Sciences
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College | 10.1 mi away | 100 East Wayne Street, Suite 140, South Bend, IN, 46601-2352 |
5742322408
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NILES DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 620 EAST MAIN STREET, NILES, MI, 49120 |
(269) 683-8545
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Ross Medical Education Center-Granger
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College Vocational | 11.3 mi away | 445 E. University Drive, Granger, IN, 46530-4479 |
5742730304
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LASALLE BRANCH
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 3232 WEST ARDMORE TRAIL, SOUTH BEND, IN, 46628 |
(574) 282-4633
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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 SOUTH BEND MICHIANA RGNL AP, IN US, located 6.2 miles from Bertrand township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.2° | 17.0° | 24.1° | 2.66" | 21.6" |
| February | 34.9° | 19.3° | 27.1° | 2.31" | 16.1" |
| March | 46.2° | 27.2° | 36.7° | 2.35" | 6.8" |
| April | 59.0° | 37.1° | 48.1° | 3.49" | 1.0" |
| May | 70.1° | 48.1° | 59.1° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.4° | 58.1° | 68.8° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.7° | 62.1° | 72.4° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.8° | 60.5° | 70.7° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.4° | 53.0° | 63.7° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.8° | 42.1° | 52.0° | 3.72" | 0.2" |
| November | 47.7° | 31.8° | 39.8° | 2.78" | 5.1" |
| December | 36.3° | 23.0° | 29.6° | 2.40" | 13.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buchanan city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Chain-O-Lakes CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Galien village | Village | 6.7 mi | — |
| Ardmore CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Niles city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Roseland town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2602107920. • 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.