Fraser township, Michigan
Fraser township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Fraser township is a geographic entity located in Bay County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,946. The land area covers 32.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,946 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs | ±5.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,389 | ±105 | 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 | 1,522 | ±125 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,389 | ±105 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 133 | ±86 |
| Median Home Value | $163,100 | ±$7,786 |
| Median Gross Rent | $778 | ±$394 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,571 | ±$11,713 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,068 | ±$5,642 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.1% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 388 | ±179 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,612 | ±206 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.6% | ±3.8% |
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 FRASER
GUS Population: 2,961 (2024)
ID: 208342
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR CLERK
1474 N MACKINAW RD, LINWOOD MI 48634-9457
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GUS Population: 102,651 (2024)
ID: 184179
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
515 CENTER AVE, STE 401, BAY CITY MI 48708-5941
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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 | MIDLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | AUBURN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BAY CITY, 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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Bayshire Academy of Beauty Craft Inc
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College Vocational | 13.8 mi away | 917 Saginaw St, Bay City, MI, 48708-5614 |
9898944923
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PINCONNING BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 218 SOUTH KAISER STREET, PINCONNING, MI, 48650 |
(989) 879-3283
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Delta College
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College | 15.9 mi away | 1961 Delta Road, University Center, MI, 48710 |
9896869000
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MARY JOHNSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 114 NORTH COURT STREET, STANDISH, MI, 48658 |
(989) 846-6611
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Ross Medical Education Center-Midland
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College Vocational | 17.3 mi away | 2600 N. Saginaw, Suite B, Midland, MI, 48640-2690 |
9896333068
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SAGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 100 EAST MIDLAND STREET, BAY CITY, MI, 48706 |
(989) 892-8555
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Northwood University
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College | 18.6 mi away | 4000 Whiting Dr, Midland, MI, 48640-2398 |
8006229000
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AUBURN AREA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 235 WEST MIDLAND ROAD, AUBURN, MI, 48611 |
(989) 662-2381
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Saginaw Valley State University
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College | 19.2 mi away | 7400 Bay Rd, University Center, MI, 48710 |
9899644000
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ALICE AND JACK WIRT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 500 CENTER AVENUE, BAY CITY, MI, 48708 |
(989) 893-9566
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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 ESSEXVILLE, MI US, located 13.7 miles from Fraser township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.7° | 15.7° | 22.7° | 1.67" | — |
| February | 32.3° | 16.6° | 24.4° | 1.67" | — |
| March | 41.6° | 24.0° | 32.8° | 1.88" | — |
| April | 54.5° | 34.8° | 44.6° | 3.58" | — |
| May | 67.5° | 48.2° | 57.9° | 3.37" | — |
| June | 77.8° | 58.3° | 68.0° | 3.55" | — |
| July | 81.8° | 62.0° | 71.9° | 2.88" | — |
| August | 79.9° | 59.7° | 69.8° | 3.84" | — |
| September | 73.7° | 51.6° | 62.7° | 3.21" | — |
| October | 60.2° | 40.7° | 50.5° | 2.97" | — |
| November | 46.8° | 30.9° | 38.8° | 2.42" | — |
| December | 35.1° | 22.9° | 29.0° | 2.08" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinconning city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Standish city | City | 13.1 mi | — |
| Auburn city | City | 13.8 mi | — |
| Essexville city | City | 14.0 mi | — |
| Bay City city | City | 14.5 mi | — |
| Midland city | City | 17.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2601730400. • 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.