Reading city, Michigan
Reading city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Reading city is a geographic entity located in Hillsdale County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,084. The land area covers 1.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,084 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.8 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 372 | ±63 | 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 | 398 | ±64 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 372 | ±63 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 26 | ±22 |
| Median Home Value | $107,800 | ±$24,488 |
| Median Gross Rent | $835 | ±$160 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,342 | ±$15,015 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,448 | ±$3,835 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.6% | ±12% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 232 | ±121 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 449 | ±100 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.6% | ±6.5% |
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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GUS Population: 1,080 (2024)
ID: 166677
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY MANAGER
PO BOX 240, READING MI 49274-0240
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GUS Population: 45,590 (2024)
ID: 166588
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR FISCAL OFFICER
29 N HOWELL ST, 1, HILLSDALE MI 49242-1698
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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 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Angola, IN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-KG | HILLSDALE, MI | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | COLDWATER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | CAMDEN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Angola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | COLDWATER, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | HILLSDALE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Fremont, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fremont, IN |
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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Hillsdale Beauty College
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College Vocational | 8.1 mi away | 64 Waldron St, Hillsdale, MI, 49242 |
5174374670
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READING COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.0 mi away | 104 NORTH MAIN STREET, READING, MI, 49274 |
(517) 283-3916
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Hillsdale College
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College | 8.8 mi away | 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI, 49242 |
5174377341
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CAMDEN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 119 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CAMDEN, MI, 49232 |
(517) 368-5554
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Trine University
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College | 19.6 mi away | 1 University Ave, Angola, IN, 46703-1764 |
2606654100
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ALGANSEE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 580-B SOUTH RAY QUINCY ROAD ROUTE 2, QUINCY, MI, 49082 |
(517) 639-9830
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Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses
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College | 19.6 mi away | 1 University Avenue, Angola, IN, 46703 |
2604834949
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HILLSDALE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 11 EAST BACON STREET, HILLSDALE, MI, 49242 |
(517) 437-6470
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QUINCY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 11 NORTH MAIN STREET, QUINCY, MI, 49082 |
(517) 639-4001
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JONESVILLE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 310 CHURCH STREET, JONESVILLE, MI, 49250 |
(517) 849-9701
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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 HILLSDALE, MI US, located 8.6 miles from Reading city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.6° | 15.1° | 22.8° | 2.77" | 13.3" |
| February | 33.9° | 16.4° | 25.1° | 2.25" | 11.5" |
| March | 44.3° | 24.5° | 34.4° | 2.40" | 5.2" |
| April | 57.7° | 35.0° | 46.3° | 3.68" | 1.5" |
| May | 69.3° | 46.8° | 58.1° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.5° | 56.5° | 67.5° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.5° | 59.9° | 71.2° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.1° | 58.3° | 69.2° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.9° | 50.3° | 62.1° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.1° | 39.6° | 50.4° | 3.43" | 0.1" |
| November | 47.2° | 30.1° | 38.7° | 2.97" | 3.4" |
| December | 35.7° | 21.8° | 28.7° | 2.44" | 9.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cambria CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Montgomery village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Camden village | Village | 5.9 mi | — |
| Allen village | Village | 8.2 mi | — |
| Clear Lake town | Town | 8.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2605967500. • 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.