Pine River township, Michigan
Pine River township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Pine River township is a geographic entity located in Gratiot County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,357. The land area covers 30.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,357 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs | ±5.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 997 | ±136 | 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 | 1,025 | ±135 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 997 | ±136 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 28 | ±29 |
| Median Home Value | $156,200 | ±$16,132 |
| 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 | $71,073 | ±$1,855 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,308 | ±$6,022 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 236 | ±124 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,110 | ±205 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±6.9% |
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: 2,357 (2024)
ID: 167003
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
1495 W MONROE RD, SAINT LOUIS MI 48880-9786
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GUS Population: 41,372 (2024)
ID: 166587
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
214 E CENTER ST, STE 16, ITHACA MI 48847-1446
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALMA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BRECKENRIDGE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRECKENRIDGE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | SAINT LOUIS, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SAINT LOUIS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALMA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | SAINT LOUIS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | MOUNT PLEASANT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | SHEPHERD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MIDLAND, 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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Alma College
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College | 3.2 mi away | 614 W Superior, Alma, MI, 48801-1599 |
9894637111
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ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 500 EAST SUPERIOR ST., ALMA, MI, 48801 |
(989) 463-3966
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Central Michigan University
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College | 12.6 mi away | 106 Warriner Hall, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48859 |
9897744000
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THEODORE A. CUTLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 312 MICHIGAN AVENUE, SAINT LOUIS, MI, 48880 |
(989) 681-5141
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Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College
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College | 13.2 mi away | 5805 East Pickard Street, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858 |
9893174760
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SHEPHERD COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 257 WEST WRIGHT AVENUE, SHEPHERD, MI, 48883 |
(989) 828-6801
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Protege Academy
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College Vocational | 13.4 mi away | 4884 E Pickard St, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 48858-2058 |
5173243388
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SEVILLE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 6734 NORTH LUMBERJACK ROAD, RIVERDALE, MI, 48877 |
(989) 833-7776
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M J Murphy Beauty College of Mount Pleasant
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College Vocational | 13.5 mi away | 201 W Broadway, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858 |
9897738629
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HOWE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 128 EAST SAGINAW STREET, BRECKENRIDGE, MI, 48615 |
(989) 842-3202
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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 ALMA, MI US, located 2.9 miles from Pine River township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.1° | 15.0° | 22.0° | 2.17" | 10.7" |
| February | 32.0° | 15.4° | 23.7° | 1.76" | 9.9" |
| March | 42.6° | 23.4° | 33.0° | 2.10" | 5.4" |
| April | 55.9° | 34.5° | 45.2° | 3.46" | 2.1" |
| May | 68.5° | 45.6° | 57.0° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.1° | 55.6° | 66.9° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.2° | 59.3° | 70.8° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.1° | 57.8° | 69.0° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.9° | 49.7° | 61.3° | 2.73" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.0° | 39.4° | 49.7° | 3.24" | 0.3" |
| November | 45.8° | 29.7° | 37.7° | 2.66" | 2.7" |
| December | 34.5° | 21.9° | 28.2° | 2.04" | 8.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alma city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| St. Louis city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Shepherd village | Village | 6.9 mi | — |
| Riverdale CDP | CDP | 9.0 mi | — |
| Elm Hall CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| Breckenridge village | Village | 9.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2605764360. • 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.