Camden township, Michigan
Camden township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Camden township is a geographic entity located in Hillsdale County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,075. The land area covers 42.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,075 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 32.1 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 790 | ±84 | 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 | 988 | ±89 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 790 | ±84 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 198 | ±65 |
| Median Home Value | $161,600 | ±$14,748 |
| Median Gross Rent | $882 | ±$142 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,875 | ±$10,274 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,028 | ±$3,139 |
| Poverty Rate | 32.4% | ±10.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 796 | ±279 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 782 | ±140 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.9% | ±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 CAMDEN
GUS Population: 2,072 (2024)
ID: 128422
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
111 S MAIN ST, CAMDEN MI 49232-9655
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GUS Population: 45,590 (2024)
ID: 166588
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR FISCAL OFFICER
29 N HOWELL ST, 1, HILLSDALE MI 49242-1698
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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 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Angola, IN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-KG | HILLSDALE, MI | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | COLDWATER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | CAMDEN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COLDWATER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | HILLSDALE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Edon, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Edon, OH |
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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Hillsdale Beauty College
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College Vocational | 13.4 mi away | 64 Waldron St, Hillsdale, MI, 49242 |
5174374670
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CAMDEN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 119 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CAMDEN, MI, 49232 |
(517) 368-5554
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Hillsdale College
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College | 14.3 mi away | 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI, 49242 |
5174377341
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READING COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 104 NORTH MAIN STREET, READING, MI, 49274 |
(517) 283-3916
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Trine University
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College | 14.7 mi away | 1 University Ave, Angola, IN, 46703-1764 |
2606654100
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ALGANSEE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 580-B SOUTH RAY QUINCY ROAD ROUTE 2, QUINCY, MI, 49082 |
(517) 639-9830
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Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses
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College | 14.7 mi away | 1 University Avenue, Angola, IN, 46703 |
2604834949
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FREMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 1004 WEST TOLEDO STREET, FREMONT, IN, 46737 |
(260) 495-7157
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PIONEER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 106 BAUBICE, PIONEER, OH, 43554 |
(833) 633-7323
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HILLSDALE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 11 EAST BACON STREET, HILLSDALE, MI, 49242 |
(517) 437-6470
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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 ANGOLA, IN US, located 14.1 miles from Camden township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.5° | 16.0° | 23.3° | 2.57" | 11.8" |
| February | 33.9° | 17.2° | 25.6° | 2.31" | 10.3" |
| March | 44.8° | 25.5° | 35.1° | 2.49" | 5.3" |
| April | 57.7° | 36.0° | 46.8° | 3.59" | 1.0" |
| May | 69.4° | 47.8° | 58.6° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.4° | 57.8° | 68.1° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.8° | 61.2° | 71.5° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.0° | 59.3° | 69.7° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.6° | 51.2° | 62.4° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.9° | 40.4° | 50.7° | 2.95" | 0.1" |
| November | 47.1° | 30.4° | 38.8° | 3.00" | 2.3" |
| December | 35.7° | 22.2° | 28.9° | 2.51" | 8.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden village | Village | 1.0 mi | — |
| Montgomery village | Village | 2.2 mi | — |
| Clear Lake town | Town | 3.3 mi | — |
| Reading city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Nettle Lake CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Cambria CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2605912780. • 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.