Elk township, Michigan
Elk township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Elk township is a geographic entity located in Lake County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,025. The land area covers 35.58 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,025 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 63.3 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 427 | ±57 | 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 | 1,375 | ±97 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 427 | ±57 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 948 | ±91 |
| Median Home Value | $181,900 | ±$48,624 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,438 | ±$5,957 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,218 | ±$7,082 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 86 | ±43 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 309 | ±70 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.5% | ±7.3% |
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 ELK
GUS Population: 1,010 (2024)
ID: 128456
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 298, IRONS MI 49644-0298
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GUS Population: 13,005 (2024)
ID: 128254
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF DEPUTY CLERK
800 10TH ST, SUITE 200, BALDWIN MI 49304-7968
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Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRETHREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | BRETHREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | BRETHREN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CUSTER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CUSTER, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | MANISTEE, 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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West Shore Community College
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College | 19.7 mi away | 3000 N Stiles Rd, Scottville, MI, 49454-0277 |
2318456211
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WELLSTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 1451 SEAMAN ROAD, WELLSTON, MI, 49689 |
(231) 848-4013
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LUTHER AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 115 STATE STREET, LUTHER, MI, 49656 |
(231) 797-8006
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PATHFINDER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 812 MICHIGAN AVENUE, BALDWIN, MI, 49304 |
(231) 745-4010
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KALEVA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 14618 WALTA STREET, KALEVA, MI, 49645 |
(231) 362-3178
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SCOTTVILLE LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 204 EAST STATE STREET, SCOTTVILLE, MI, 49454 |
(231) 757-2588
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MANISTEE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 95 MAPLE STREET, MANISTEE, MI, 49660 |
(231) 723-2519
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ONEKAMA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 5283 MAIN STREET, ONEKAMA, MI, 49675 |
(231) 889-4041
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BEAR LAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 12325 VIRGINIA STREET, BEAR LAKE, MI, 49614 |
(231) 864-2700
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MESICK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 105 E. MESICK AVE., MESICK, MI, 49668 |
(231) 885-1120
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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 WELLSTON 1N, MI US, located 7.2 miles from Elk township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.9° | 12.2° | 20.0° | 2.90" | 38.1" |
| February | 31.1° | 12.1° | 21.6° | 1.99" | 24.2" |
| March | 41.3° | 18.6° | 29.9° | 2.27" | 10.8" |
| April | 54.7° | 28.8° | 41.8° | 3.72" | 3.9" |
| May | 68.4° | 39.5° | 53.9° | 3.62" | 0.1" |
| June | 77.2° | 50.2° | 63.7° | 3.50" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.6° | 54.1° | 67.4° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.7° | 53.5° | 66.1° | 2.76" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 45.9° | 58.8° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.2° | 35.9° | 46.5° | 4.20" | 0.2" |
| November | 43.9° | 26.2° | 35.0° | 3.57" | 10.5" |
| December | 33.0° | 17.8° | 25.4° | 2.65" | 31.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellston CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| Fountain village | Village | 11.5 mi | — |
| Free Soil village | Village | 11.8 mi | — |
| Brethren CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
| Caberfae CDP | CDP | 15.0 mi | — |
| Luther village | Village | 15.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2608525260. • 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.