Bethel township, Michigan
Bethel township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bethel township is a geographic entity located in Branch County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,466. The land area covers 35.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,466 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs | ±13.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 567 | ±111 | 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 | 624 | ±117 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 567 | ±111 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 57 | ±36 |
| Median Home Value | $124,600 | ±$51,536 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,330 | ±$216 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,118 | ±$4,912 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,545 | ±$5,922 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.7% | ±15.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 390 | ±220 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 539 | ±106 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 66.8% | ±3.6% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF BETHEL
GUS Population: 1,468 (2024)
ID: 166895
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP CLERK
453 HATMAKER RD, BRONSON MI 49028-9266
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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 | |
| 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 | PK-05 | Angola, IN | |
| 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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Trine University
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College | 16.2 mi away | 1 University Ave, Angola, IN, 46703-1764 |
2606654100
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BRONSON LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 207 NORTH MATTESON ROAD, BRONSON, MI, 49028 |
(517) 369-3785
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Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses
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College | 16.2 mi away | 1 University Avenue, Angola, IN, 46703 |
2604834949
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BRANCH DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 10 EAST CHICAGO STREET, COLDWATER, MI, 49036 |
(517) 278-2341
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Southwest Michigan Beauty School
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College Vocational | 16.9 mi away | 703 South Centerville Road, Sturgis, MI, 49091-2061 |
2695037606
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JOYCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 9490 WEST STATE ROAD 120, ORLAND, IN, 46776 |
(260) 829-6329
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Glen Oaks Community College
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College | 20.0 mi away | 62249 Shimmel Rd, Centreville, MI, 49032-9719 |
26946799450
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BURR OAK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 220 SOUTH SECOND STREET, BURR OAK, MI, 49030 |
(269) 489-2906
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ALGANSEE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 580-B SOUTH RAY QUINCY ROAD ROUTE 2, QUINCY, MI, 49082 |
(517) 639-9830
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FREMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 1004 WEST TOLEDO STREET, FREMONT, IN, 46737 |
(260) 495-7157
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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 9.7 miles from Bethel 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 | 4.3 mi | — |
| Coldwater city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Orland town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Snow Lake CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Wall Lake CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Jimmerson Lake CDP | CDP | 10.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2602308060. • 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.