Colon township, Michigan
Colon township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Colon township is a geographic entity located in St. Joseph County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,336. The land area covers 34.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,336 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs | ±3.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,261 | ±124 | 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 | 1,784 | ±171 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,261 | ±124 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 523 | ±146 |
| Median Home Value | $192,400 | ±$30,563 |
| Median Gross Rent | $794 | ±$90 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,602 | ±$7,771 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,939 | ±$2,554 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 308 | ±135 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,556 | ±154 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.1% | ±9.3% |
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 COLON
GUS Population: 3,360 (2024)
ID: 204708
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 608, COLON MI 49040-0608
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GUS Population: 61,171 (2024)
ID: 166611
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
125 W MAIN ST, CENTREVILLE MI 49032-9623
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | BRONSON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | THREE RIVERS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ATHENS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRONSON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | WHITE PIGEON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CENTREVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CENTREVILLE, 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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Glen Oaks Community College
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College | 8.4 mi away | 62249 Shimmel Rd, Centreville, MI, 49032-9719 |
26946799450
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COLON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 128 SOUTH BLACKSTONE AVENUE, COLON, MI, 49040 |
(269) 432-3958
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Southwest Michigan Beauty School
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College Vocational | 11.6 mi away | 703 South Centerville Road, Sturgis, MI, 49091-2061 |
2695037606
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MENDON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 314 WEST MAIN STREET, MENDON, MI, 49072 |
(269) 496-4865
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Ross Medical Education Center-Battle Creek
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College Vocational | 22.1 mi away | 3600 Capital Ave., SW, Suite 104, Battle Creek, MI, 49015-9393 |
2692241381
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SHERWOOD LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 118 SHERMAN STREET, SHERWOOD, MI, 49089 |
(517) 741-7976
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Ross Medical Education Center-Portage
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College Vocational | 22.7 mi away | 6235 South Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI, 49002-2813 |
2696017151
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BURR OAK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 220 SOUTH SECOND STREET, BURR OAK, MI, 49030 |
(269) 489-2906
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West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty
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College | 24.7 mi away | 3200 South Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49008 |
2693814424
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NOTTAWA TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 685 EAST MAIN STREET, CENTREVILLE, MI, 49032 |
(269) 467-6289
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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 THREE RIVERS, MI US, located 14.8 miles from Colon township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.2° | 16.7° | 23.9° | 2.85" | 15.0" |
| February | 34.4° | 17.8° | 26.1° | 2.06" | 9.7" |
| March | 45.0° | 25.9° | 35.4° | 2.30" | 3.7" |
| April | 57.8° | 36.2° | 47.0° | 3.35" | 0.6" |
| May | 69.4° | 47.6° | 58.5° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.6° | 57.2° | 67.9° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.3° | 60.5° | 71.4° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.2° | 58.9° | 69.6° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.1° | 51.0° | 62.6° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.2° | 40.2° | 50.7° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| November | 47.4° | 30.9° | 39.1° | 3.04" | 2.9" |
| December | 36.1° | 22.8° | 29.4° | 2.35" | 9.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colon village | Village | 1.9 mi | — |
| Mendon village | Village | 6.7 mi | — |
| Sherwood village | Village | 6.8 mi | — |
| Burr Oak village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Centreville village | Village | 9.1 mi | — |
| Bronson city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2614917370. • 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.