Big Rapids charter township, Michigan
Big Rapids charter township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Big Rapids charter township is a geographic entity located in Mecosta County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,096. The land area covers 30.47 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,096 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,724 | ±135 | 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 | 1,874 | ±161 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,724 | ±135 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 150 | ±83 |
| Median Home Value | $256,800 | ±$31,759 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,140 | ±$112 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,083 | ±$6,266 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,718 | ±$3,899 |
| Poverty Rate | 20% | ±6.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 779 | ±268 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,940 | ±226 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.3% | ±5.8% |
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: 4,061 (2024)
ID: 167149
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
14212 NORTHLAND DR, BIG RAPIDS MI 49307-2319
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GUS Population: 41,947 (2024)
ID: 185876
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CONTROLLER/ADMINISTRATOR
400 ELM ST, BIG RAPIDS MI 49307-1816
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | PARIS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | REED CITY, 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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Ferris State University
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College | 1.2 mi away | 1201 S State St, Big Rapids, MI, 49307-2251 |
2315912000
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BIG RAPIDS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 426 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, BIG RAPIDS, MI, 49307 |
(231) 796-5234
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WALTON ERICKSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 4808 NORTHLAND DRIVE, MORLEY, MI, 49336 |
(231) 856-4298
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CHIPPEWA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 19171 4TH STREET, CHIPPEWA LAKE, MI, 49320 |
(231) 867-2014
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REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 829 SOUTH CHESTNUT STREET, REED CITY, MI, 49677 |
(231) 832-2131
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MORTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 110 SOUTH JAMES STREET, MECOSTA, MI, 49332 |
(231) 972-8315
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CHASE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 8400 EAST NORTH STREET, CHASE, MI, 49623 |
(231) 832-9511
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WHITE CLOUD COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 1038 WILCOX AVENUE, WHITE CLOUD, MI, 49349 |
(231) 689-6631
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CROTON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 8260 SOUTH CROTON-HARDY DRIVE, NEWAYGO, MI, 49337 |
(231) 652-1615
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BARRYTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 198 NORTHERN AVENUE, BARRYTON, MI, 49305 |
(989) 382-5288
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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 BIG RAPIDS WTP, MI US, located 2.2 miles from Big Rapids charter township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.2° | 12.7° | 20.4° | 2.43" | 17.8" |
| February | 31.4° | 12.2° | 21.8° | 1.97" | 16.0" |
| March | 42.0° | 19.8° | 30.9° | 2.57" | 7.7" |
| April | 54.8° | 30.9° | 42.9° | 3.95" | 1.5" |
| May | 67.6° | 43.2° | 55.4° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.2° | 53.0° | 65.1° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.3° | 57.1° | 69.2° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.0° | 55.0° | 67.0° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.6° | 46.9° | 59.3° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.1° | 36.3° | 47.2° | 3.76" | 0.2" |
| November | 44.1° | 27.5° | 35.8° | 3.05" | 3.8" |
| December | 33.2° | 19.3° | 26.3° | 2.33" | 14.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Rapids city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Paris CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Stanwood village | Village | 7.4 mi | — |
| Canadian Lakes CDP | CDP | 11.9 mi | — |
| Hersey village | Village | 12.2 mi | — |
| Reed City city | City | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2610708320. • 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.