Colfax township, Michigan
Colfax township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Colfax township is a geographic entity located in Wexford County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 912. The land area covers 35.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 912 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 54.2 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 342 | ±61 | 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 | 427 | ±70 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 342 | ±61 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 85 | ±41 |
| Median Home Value | $171,900 | ±$33,082 |
| Median Gross Rent | $950 | ±$453 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $47,500 | ±$13,681 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,100 | ±$3,136 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 83 | ±36 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.8% | ±9.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 273 | ±66 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.8% | ±8.7% |
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 COLFAX
GUS Population: 912 (2024)
ID: 193538
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: MIKE MIX
5680 N 25 1/2 RD, MANTON MI 49663-9725
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GUS Population: 34,460 (2024)
ID: 106308
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
437 E DIVISION ST, CADILLAC MI 49601-1994
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | BUCKLEY, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CADILLAC, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CADILLAC, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | FIFE LAKE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MESICK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FIFE LAKE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | FIFE LAKE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BOON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CADILLAC, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | MESICK, 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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Cadillac Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 11.9 mi away | 205 North Mitchell Street, Cadillac, MI, 49601-1800 |
2317753642
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MANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 404 WEST MAIN STREET, MANTON, MI, 49663 |
(231) 824-3584
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MESICK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 105 E. MESICK AVE., MESICK, MI, 49668 |
(231) 885-1120
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BUCKLEY BRANCH - WEXFORD COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 305 SOUTH FIRST STREET, BUCKLEY, MI, 49620 |
(231) 269-3325
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CADILLAC WEXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 411 SOUTH LAKE STREET, CADILLAC, MI, 49601 |
(231) 775-6541
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KINGSLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 213 SOUTH BROWNSON AVENUE, KINGSLEY, MI, 49649 |
(231) 263-5484
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FIFE LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 77 LAKECREST LANE, FIFE LAKE, MI, 49633 |
(231) 879-4101
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MISSAUKEE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 210 SOUTH CANAL STREET, LAKE CITY, MI, 49651 |
(231) 839-2166
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INTERLOCHEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 9411 TENTH ST., INTERLOCHEN, MI, 49643 |
(231) 276-6767
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TUSTIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 310 SOUTH NEILSON STREET, TUSTIN, MI, 49688 |
(231) 829-3012
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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 CADILLAC, MI US, located 11.2 miles from Colfax township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.8° | 12.2° | 19.5° | 2.05" | — |
| February | 29.7° | 12.5° | 21.1° | 1.53" | — |
| March | 39.7° | 19.5° | 29.6° | 2.06" | — |
| April | 52.7° | 30.9° | 41.8° | 3.56" | — |
| May | 66.0° | 42.8° | 54.4° | 3.63" | — |
| June | 75.9° | 53.3° | 64.6° | 3.61" | — |
| July | 79.8° | 57.5° | 68.6° | 3.46" | — |
| August | 77.7° | 55.4° | 66.6° | 3.50" | — |
| September | 70.3° | 47.7° | 59.0° | 3.16" | — |
| October | 56.3° | 37.4° | 46.8° | 3.86" | — |
| November | 42.9° | 28.2° | 35.5° | 2.72" | — |
| December | 32.1° | 19.7° | 25.9° | 2.02" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manton city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Boon CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| Mesick village | Village | 9.3 mi | — |
| Buckley village | Village | 10.1 mi | — |
| Haring CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Harrietta village | Village | 10.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2616517200. • 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.