Iron River city, Michigan
Iron River city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Iron River city is a geographic entity located in Iron County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,027. The land area covers 6.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,027 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.1 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,314 | ±115 | 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 | 1,760 | ±142 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,314 | ±115 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 446 | ±136 |
| Median Home Value | $85,000 | ±$12,485 |
| Median Gross Rent | $486 | ±$192 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,183 | ±$5,287 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,651 | ±$5,097 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.6% | ±7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 608 | ±206 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,296 | ±130 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.1% | ±4.1% |
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: 3,017 (2024)
ID: 196258
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY MANAGER
106 W GENESEE ST, IRON RIVER MI 49935-1498
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GUS Population: 11,709 (2024)
ID: 128252
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
2 S 6TH ST SUITE 7, CRYSTAL FALLS MI 49920-1413
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Education
Listing 3 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | CRYSTAL FALLS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | IRON RIVER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | IRON RIVER, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ASPIRUS IRON RIVER HOSPITAL & CLINICS, INC
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Hospital | City address association | 1400 W ICE LAKE ROAD, IRON RIVER, MI, 49935 |
(906) 265-6121
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WEST IRON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 116 WEST GENESEE STREET, IRON RIVER, MI, 49935 |
(906) 265-2831
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AMASA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 109 W. PINE ST., AMASA, MI, 49903 |
(906) 822-7291
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CRYSTAL FALLS DISTRICT COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 237 SUPERIOR AVENUE, CRYSTAL FALLS, MI, 49920 |
(906) 875-3344
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ELEANOR ELLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 4495 TOWN HALL RD., PHELPS, WI, 54554 |
(715) 545-2887
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FLORENCE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 400 OLIVE AVE., FLORENCE, WI, 54121 |
(715) 528-3094
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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 STAMBAUGH 2SSE, MI US, located 2.8 miles from Iron River city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.2° | 0.3° | 10.7° | 1.09" | 14.6" |
| February | 25.5° | 0.1° | 12.8° | 0.96" | 12.5" |
| March | 36.8° | 9.4° | 23.1° | 1.49" | 8.7" |
| April | 49.7° | 24.1° | 36.9° | 2.55" | 7.4" |
| May | 64.1° | 37.2° | 50.6° | 3.17" | 0.3" |
| June | 73.3° | 46.8° | 60.1° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.0° | 50.4° | 63.7° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 75.0° | 47.9° | 61.5° | 3.10" | 0.0" |
| September | 67.3° | 40.8° | 54.0° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| October | 53.2° | 30.5° | 41.8° | 3.32" | 2.1" |
| November | 37.9° | 20.5° | 29.2° | 1.76" | 8.2" |
| December | 26.3° | 8.5° | 17.4° | 1.46" | 13.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron River city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Caspian city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Gaastra city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Amasa CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
| Alpha village | Village | 12.9 mi | — |
| Crystal Falls city | City | 15.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2607140980. • 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.