Crystal township, Michigan
Crystal township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Crystal township is a geographic entity located in Montcalm County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,726. The land area covers 34.00 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,726 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs | ±9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 996 | ±109 | 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 | 1,393 | ±128 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 996 | ±109 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 397 | ±82 |
| Median Home Value | $194,000 | ±$21,342 |
| Median Gross Rent | $841 | ±$141 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,087 | ±$15,330 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,653 | ±$7,925 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 279 | ±106 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,110 | ±153 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.2% | ±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 CRYSTAL
GUS Population: 2,726 (2024)
ID: 167183
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 358, CRYSTAL MI 48818-0358
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GUS Population: 69,314 (2024)
ID: 166604
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CONTROLLER
PO BOX 368, STANTON MI 48888-0368
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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 | ALMA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | SAINT LOUIS, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CARSON CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | CARSON CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CARSON CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | CARSON CITY, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CARSON CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | SHERIDAN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | STANTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | STANTON, 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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Montcalm Community College
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College | 10.5 mi away | 2800 College Dr., Sidney, MI, 48885-9723 |
9893282111
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CRYSTAL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 101 N. MAIN STREET, CRYSTAL, MI, 48818 |
(989) 235-6111
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Alma College
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College | 14.2 mi away | 614 W Superior, Alma, MI, 48801-1599 |
9894637111
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CARSON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 102 WEST MAIN STREET, CARSON CITY, MI, 48811 |
(989) 584-3680
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School of Missionary Aviation Technology
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College | 23.3 mi away | 84 E. Sprague Rd., Ionia, MI, 48846 |
6165274160
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WHITE PINE LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 514 N. NEW ST., STANTON, MI, 48888 |
(989) 831-4327
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Central Michigan University
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College | 24.2 mi away | 106 Warriner Hall, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48859 |
9897744000
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SEVILLE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 6734 NORTH LUMBERJACK ROAD, RIVERDALE, MI, 48877 |
(989) 833-7776
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RICHLAND TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 8821 THIRD STREET, VESTABURG, MI, 48891 |
(989) 268-5044
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HOME TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 329 EAST MAIN STREET, EDMORE, MI, 48829 |
(989) 427-5241
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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 ALMA, MI US, located 15.4 miles from Crystal township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.1° | 15.0° | 22.0° | 2.17" | 10.7" |
| February | 32.0° | 15.4° | 23.7° | 1.76" | 9.9" |
| March | 42.6° | 23.4° | 33.0° | 2.10" | 5.4" |
| April | 55.9° | 34.5° | 45.2° | 3.46" | 2.1" |
| May | 68.5° | 45.6° | 57.0° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.1° | 55.6° | 66.9° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.2° | 59.3° | 70.8° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.1° | 57.8° | 69.0° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.9° | 49.7° | 61.3° | 2.73" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.0° | 39.4° | 49.7° | 3.24" | 0.3" |
| November | 45.8° | 29.7° | 37.7° | 2.66" | 2.7" |
| December | 34.5° | 21.9° | 28.2° | 2.04" | 8.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Carson City city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Elm Hall CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Riverdale CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
| Stanton city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
| Sheridan village | Village | 9.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2611719080. • 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.