Marion township, Michigan
Marion township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Marion township is a geographic entity located in Sanilac County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,547. The land area covers 36.08 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,547 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 652 | ±67 | 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 | 747 | ±79 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 652 | ±67 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 95 | ±37 |
| Median Home Value | $108,700 | ±$21,236 |
| Median Gross Rent | $819 | ±$38 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,500 | ±$8,620 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,685 | ±$3,924 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.2% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 247 | ±96 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | ±5.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 698 | ±94 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.2% | ±4.5% |
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 MARION
GUS Population: 1,563 (2024)
ID: 193534
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
3451 MAIN ST, DECKERVILLE MI 48427-7709
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GUS Population: 40,293 (2024)
ID: 106304
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HR DIRECTOR
60 W SANILAC RD, RM 102, SANDUSKY MI 48471-1095
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CARSONVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | CARSONVILLE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CARSONVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | DECKERVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DECKERVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | SANDUSKY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | SANDUSKY, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | SANDUSKY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | UBLY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | UBLY, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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DECKERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 3542 NORTH MAIN STREET, DECKERVILLE, MI, 48427 |
(810) 376-8015
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SANILAC DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 7130 MAIN STREET, PORT SANILAC, MI, 48469 |
(810) 622-8623
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SANDUSKY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 55 EAST SANILAC AVENUE, SANDUSKY, MI, 48471 |
(810) 648-2644
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SLEEPER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 2236 EAST MAIN STREET, UBLY, MI, 48475 |
(989) 658-8901
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HARBOR BEACH AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 105 NORTH HURON AVENUE, HARBOR BEACH, MI, 48441 |
(989) 479-3417
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AITKIN MEMORIAL DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 111 NORTH HOWARD AVENUE, CROSWELL, MI, 48422 |
(810) 679-3627
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MOORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 7239 HURON AVENUE, LEXINGTON, MI, 48450 |
(810) 359-8267
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ELK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 29 EAST LAPEER STREET, PECK, MI, 48466 |
(810) 378-5409
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BAD AXE AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 200 SOUTH HANSELMAN STREET, BAD AXE, MI, 48413 |
(989) 269-8538
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BAD AXE DISTRICT LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 200 SOUTH HANSELMAN STREET, BAD AXE, MI, 48413 |
(989) 269-8538
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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 HARBOR BEACH 1 SSE, MI US, located 19.0 miles from Marion township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.7° | 15.9° | 22.3° | 2.40" | 15.4" |
| February | 30.3° | 15.6° | 22.9° | 2.05" | 11.2" |
| March | 38.5° | 23.4° | 31.0° | 1.90" | 6.0" |
| April | 49.1° | 33.1° | 41.1° | 3.60" | 1.4" |
| May | 60.5° | 43.8° | 52.2° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| June | 70.6° | 53.9° | 62.2° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| July | 76.6° | 59.6° | 68.1° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| August | 75.9° | 58.9° | 67.4° | 3.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 69.9° | 52.0° | 61.0° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.7° | 41.6° | 49.7° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| November | 45.0° | 31.7° | 38.4° | 2.64" | 1.7" |
| December | 34.2° | 23.0° | 28.6° | 2.27" | 11.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deckerville village | Village | 3.4 mi | — |
| Forestville village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| Minden City village | Village | 8.9 mi | — |
| Carsonville village | Village | 9.3 mi | — |
| Port Sanilac village | Village | 11.8 mi | — |
| Sandusky city | City | 11.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2615151720. • 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.