Richland township, Michigan
Richland township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Richland township is a geographic entity located in Montcalm County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,778. The land area covers 35.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,778 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs | ±5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 876 | ±125 | 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 | 1,074 | ±139 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 876 | ±125 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 198 | ±68 |
| Median Home Value | $142,100 | ±$24,683 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,013 | ±$155 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,862 | ±$9,218 |
| Per Capita Income | $23,590 | ±$4,160 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.1% | ±11.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 569 | ±310 |
| Unemployment Rate | 15.1% | ±13.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,070 | ±149 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.7% | ±16% |
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 RICHLAND
GUS Population: 2,781 (2024)
ID: 167189
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: RICHLAND TOWNSHIP CLERK
PO BOX 309, VESTABURG MI 48891-0309
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GUS Population: 69,314 (2024)
ID: 166604
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CONTROLLER
PO BOX 368, STANTON MI 48888-0368
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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-02 | SAINT LOUIS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | SHERIDAN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | STANTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | STANTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALMA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 11-12 | SIDNEY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | SAINT LOUIS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | MOUNT PLEASANT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | SHEPHERD, 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 | 11.5 mi away | 614 W Superior, Alma, MI, 48801-1599 |
9894637111
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RICHLAND TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 8821 THIRD STREET, VESTABURG, MI, 48891 |
(989) 268-5044
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Central Michigan University
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College | 13.6 mi away | 106 Warriner Hall, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48859 |
9897744000
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SEVILLE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 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 | 14.3 mi away | 201 W Broadway, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858 |
9897738629
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HOME TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 329 EAST MAIN STREET, EDMORE, MI, 48829 |
(989) 427-5241
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Montcalm Community College
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College | 15.2 mi away | 2800 College Dr., Sidney, MI, 48885-9723 |
9893282111
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FREMONT TOWNSHIP BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 7959 S. WINN ROAD, WINN, MI, 48896 |
(989) 866-2550
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Protege Academy
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College Vocational | 15.3 mi away | 4884 E Pickard St, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 48858-2058 |
5173243388
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CRYSTAL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 101 N. MAIN STREET, CRYSTAL, MI, 48818 |
(989) 235-6111
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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 12.6 miles from Richland 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Elm Hall CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Edmore village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Winn CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| McBride village | Village | 8.7 mi | — |
| Crystal CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2611768300. • 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.