Birch Run township, Michigan
Birch Run township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Birch Run township is a geographic entity located in Saginaw County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,853. The land area covers 35.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 5,853 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,388 | ±190 | 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 | 2,607 | ±216 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,388 | ±190 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 219 | ±137 |
| Median Home Value | $216,700 | ±$23,957 |
| Median Gross Rent | $999 | ±$74 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,375 | ±$19,928 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,403 | ±$10,759 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 605 | ±200 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,789 | ±242 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±1.9% |
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 BIRCH RUN
GUS Population: 5,842 (2024)
ID: 208422
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 152, BIRCH RUN MI 48415-0152
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GUS Population: 187,714 (2024)
ID: 166610
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
111 S MICHIGAN AVE, SAGINAW MI 48602-2086
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | FLINT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FLINT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | SAGINAW, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SAGINAW, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | FLINT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MOUNT MORRIS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BIRCH RUN, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BIRCH RUN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRIDGEPORT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SAGINAW, 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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University of Michigan-Flint
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College | 17.3 mi away | 303 E. Kearsley Street, Flint, MI, 48502-1950 |
8107623000
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THOMAS E. FLESCHNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 11935 SILVER CREEK DRIVE, BIRCH RUN, MI, 48415 |
(989) 624-5171
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Mott Community College
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College | 17.4 mi away | 1401 E Court St, Flint, MI, 48503-2089 |
8107620200
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FRANKENMUTH JAMES E. WICKSON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 359 SOUTH FRANKLIN STREET, FRANKENMUTH, MI, 48734 |
(989) 652-8323
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Kettering University
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College | 17.5 mi away | 1700 University Avenue, Flint, MI, 48504-6214 |
8009554464
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CLIO AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 2080 WEST VIENNA ROAD, CLIO, MI, 48420 |
(810) 686-7130
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Ross Medical Education Center-Saginaw
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College Vocational | 17.6 mi away | 4300 Fashion Square Blvd, Suite 202, Saginaw, MI, 48603-5227 |
9897939800
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TAYMOUTH TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 2361 EAST BURT ROAD, BURT, MI, 48417 |
(989) 770-4651
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Dorsey College-Saginaw
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College Vocational | 17.8 mi away | 4390 Bay Rd, Saginaw, MI, 48603 |
9892491926
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MONTROSE-JENNINGS LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 241 FEHER DRIVE, MONTROSE, MI, 48457 |
(810) 639-6388
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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 VASSAR, MI US, located 11.3 miles from Birch Run township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.7° | 12.2° | 21.0° | 1.96" | — |
| February | 32.9° | 12.7° | 22.8° | 1.45" | — |
| March | 43.0° | 21.1° | 32.1° | 1.90" | — |
| April | 56.6° | 31.6° | 44.1° | 3.29" | — |
| May | 68.7° | 43.1° | 55.9° | 3.55" | — |
| June | 78.3° | 53.3° | 65.8° | 3.37" | — |
| July | 82.0° | 56.9° | 69.4° | 4.07" | — |
| August | 80.1° | 55.6° | 67.8° | 3.73" | — |
| September | 73.8° | 48.3° | 61.0° | 3.01" | — |
| October | 60.6° | 38.2° | 49.4° | 3.08" | — |
| November | 46.7° | 28.7° | 37.7° | 2.67" | — |
| December | 35.2° | 21.6° | 28.4° | 2.08" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Run village | Village | 1.8 mi | — |
| Frankenmuth city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Clio city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Burt CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Montrose city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
| Bridgeport CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2614508560. • 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.