Port Austin township, Michigan
Port Austin township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Port Austin township is a geographic entity located in Huron County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,347. The land area covers 16.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,347 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 59.9 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 789 | ±83 | 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 | 1,629 | ±89 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 789 | ±83 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 840 | ±89 |
| Median Home Value | $176,300 | ±$22,115 |
| Median Gross Rent | $753 | ±$137 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,750 | ±$14,244 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,221 | ±$7,708 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 211 | ±66 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.3% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 658 | ±97 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.3% | ±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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TOWNSHIP OF PORT AUSTIN
GUS Population: 1,361 (2024)
ID: 204685
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 747, PORT AUSTIN MI 48467-0747
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COUNTY OF HURON
GUS Population: 30,780 (2024)
ID: 128251
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR
250 E HURON AVE ROOM 201, BAD AXE MI 48413
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Education
Listing 1 local institution (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | KINDE, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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PORT AUSTIN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 114 RAILROAD STREET, PORT AUSTIN, MI, 48467 |
(989) 738-7212
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BAD AXE AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 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 | 19.3 mi away | 200 SOUTH HANSELMAN STREET, BAD AXE, MI, 48413 |
(989) 269-8538
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HARBOR BEACH AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 105 NORTH HURON AVENUE, HARBOR BEACH, MI, 48441 |
(989) 479-3417
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PIGEON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 24.6 mi away | 7236 NITZ STREET, PIGEON, MI, 48755 |
(989) 453-2341
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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 PORT AUSTIN WWTP, MI US, located 3.5 miles from Port Austin township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.0° | 16.8° | 22.9° | 1.82" | — |
| February | 30.2° | 15.2° | 22.7° | 1.63" | — |
| March | 38.2° | 23.0° | 30.6° | 1.85" | — |
| April | 50.8° | 32.9° | 41.9° | 3.33" | — |
| May | 63.5° | 44.3° | 53.9° | 3.09" | — |
| June | 73.0° | 54.4° | 63.7° | 3.41" | — |
| July | 78.1° | 59.8° | 68.9° | 3.29" | — |
| August | 76.7° | 58.7° | 67.7° | 3.43" | — |
| September | 70.5° | 51.5° | 61.0° | 3.11" | — |
| October | 58.1° | 42.2° | 50.1° | 3.02" | — |
| November | 45.3° | 32.3° | 38.8° | 2.39" | — |
| December | 34.7° | 23.3° | 29.0° | 2.07" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Austin village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Kinde village | Village | 10.0 mi | — |
| Port Hope village | Village | 13.4 mi | — |
| Bad Axe city | City | 19.0 mi | — |
| Caseville city | City | 20.3 mi | — |
| Harbor Beach city | City | 20.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2606365700. • 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.