Gaines township, Michigan
Gaines township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Gaines township is a geographic entity located in Genesee County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,610. The land area covers 35.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 6,610 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.8 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,564 | ±140 | 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 | 2,655 | ±144 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,564 | ±140 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 91 | ±58 |
| Median Home Value | $238,300 | ±$22,209 |
| Median Gross Rent | $998 | ±$391 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $84,363 | ±$6,375 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,695 | ±$2,044 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.7% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 314 | ±130 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,067 | ±241 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±2.2% |
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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GUS Population: 6,633 (2024)
ID: 128411
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
9255 GRAND BLANC RD, GAINES MI 48436-9792
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GUS Population: 402,279 (2024)
ID: 166586
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
1101 BEACH ST, RM 312, FLINT MI 48502-1485
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | FLINT, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | FLINT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | GRAND BLANC, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FENTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FLINT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BURTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BURTON, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | BURTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BURTON, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | FLINT, 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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Creative Hair School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 8.1 mi away | 4205 Miller Rd Suite 4-7, Flint, MI, 48507 |
8107874247
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GAINES STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 103 EAST WALKER, GAINES, MI, 48436 |
(989) 271-8720
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Ross Medical Education Center-Flint
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College Vocational | 8.6 mi away | G3630 Miller Road, Suite D, Flint, MI, 48507-1234 |
8107337488
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SWARTZ CREEK-PERKINS LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 8095 CIVIC DRIVE, SWARTZ CREEK, MI, 48473 |
(810) 635-3900
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Kettering University
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College | 11.2 mi away | 1700 University Avenue, Flint, MI, 48504-6214 |
8009554464
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DURAND MEMORIAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 700 NORTH SAGINAW STREET, DURAND, MI, 48429 |
(989) 288-3743
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University of Michigan-Flint
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College | 12.4 mi away | 303 E. Kearsley Street, Flint, MI, 48502-1950 |
8107623000
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PERKINS LIBRARY OF LENNON
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 11904 LENNON ROAD, LENNON, MI, 48449 |
(810) 621-3202
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Sharp's Academy of Hairstyling
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College Vocational | 12.9 mi away | 8166 N Holly Rd, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439 |
8106956742
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BURNS TOWNSHIP/GEORGE VINCE LIBRARY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 312 WEST MAPLE, BYRON, MI, 48418 |
(810) 266-4620
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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 DURAND WWTP, MI US, located 5.7 miles from Gaines township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.7° | 15.2° | 22.9° | 2.16" | — |
| February | 33.8° | 14.7° | 24.3° | 1.53" | — |
| March | 43.8° | 23.5° | 33.7° | 1.96" | — |
| April | 56.7° | 34.4° | 45.6° | 3.25" | — |
| May | 69.1° | 46.5° | 57.8° | 4.09" | — |
| June | 79.0° | 56.7° | 67.9° | 3.85" | — |
| July | 83.3° | 60.6° | 72.0° | 3.20" | — |
| August | 81.1° | 58.4° | 69.8° | 3.22" | — |
| September | 74.5° | 49.7° | 62.1° | 2.95" | — |
| October | 61.0° | 39.1° | 50.1° | 3.08" | — |
| November | 47.3° | 29.5° | 38.4° | 2.29" | — |
| December | 36.0° | 21.1° | 28.6° | 1.88" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaines village | Village | 2.8 mi | — |
| Swartz Creek city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Durand city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Lennon village | Village | 6.1 mi | — |
| Byron village | Village | 6.9 mi | — |
| Linden city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2604931220. • 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.