Chelsea city, Michigan
Chelsea city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Chelsea city is a geographic entity located in Washtenaw County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,424. The land area covers 3.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 5,424 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51.2 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,764 | ±192 | 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 | 2,847 | ±180 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,764 | ±192 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 83 | ±64 |
| Median Home Value | $312,700 | ±$22,986 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,619 | ±$148 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,098 | ±$11,217 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,927 | ±$5,622 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 215 | ±94 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,352 | ±255 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.7% | ±4.6% |
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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GUS Population: 5,393 (2024)
ID: 166815
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY MANAGER
305 S MAIN ST, STE 100, CHELSEA MI 48118-1556
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GUS Population: 373,875 (2024)
ID: 166614
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
200 N MAIN, PO BOX 8645, ANN ARBOR MI 48107-8645
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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 | ANN ARBOR, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | NAPOLEON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ANN ARBOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | ANN ARBOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | ANN ARBOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ANN ARBOR, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | DEXTER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CHELSEA, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BRIGHTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRIGHTON, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CHELSEA HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 775 S MAIN ST, CHELSEA, MI, 48118 |
(734) 475-3911
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
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College | 14.7 mi away | 1109 Geddes Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109 |
7347641817
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CHELSEA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 221 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CHELSEA, MI, 48118 |
(734) 475-8732
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Concordia University Ann Arbor
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College | 17.4 mi away | 4090 Geddes Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105 |
7349957300
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DEXTER DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 3255 ALPINE STREET, DEXTER, MI, 48130 |
(734) 426-4477
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Washtenaw Community College
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College | 18.4 mi away | 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105-4800 |
7349733300
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GRASS LAKE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 130 WEST MICHIGAN, GRASS LAKE, MI, 49240 |
(517) 522-8211
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Ross Medical Education Center-Ann Arbor
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College Vocational | 18.5 mi away | 4687 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108-1301 |
7344347320
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PINCKNEY COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 125 PUTNAM ST., PINCKNEY, MI, 48169 |
(734) 878-3888
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Ross Medical Education Center-Brighton
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College Vocational | 19.9 mi away | 8110 Murphy Drive, Brighton, MI, 48116-7402 |
8102270160
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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 CHELSEA, MI US, located 1.1 miles from Chelsea city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.6° | 16.4° | 23.5° | 2.41" | 10.9" |
| February | 34.0° | 17.4° | 25.7° | 1.98" | 8.6" |
| March | 44.3° | 25.4° | 34.9° | 2.24" | 4.7" |
| April | 57.5° | 36.6° | 47.1° | 3.01" | 0.9" |
| May | 69.5° | 47.6° | 58.6° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.8° | 56.5° | 67.7° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.3° | 60.6° | 71.4° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.4° | 58.9° | 69.6° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.1° | 51.0° | 62.5° | 2.74" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.0° | 40.2° | 50.6° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| November | 47.2° | 30.8° | 39.0° | 2.61" | 1.8" |
| December | 35.9° | 22.6° | 29.3° | 2.08" | 6.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Dexter city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Grass Lake village | Village | 10.4 mi | — |
| Pinckney village | Village | 10.7 mi | — |
| Manchester city | City | 11.3 mi | — |
| Stockbridge village | Village | 12.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2616115020. • 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.