Sherman township, Michigan
Sherman township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sherman township is a geographic entity located in St. Joseph County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,462. The land area covers 32.97 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,462 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±11.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,235 | ±113 | 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 | 1,524 | ±138 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,235 | ±113 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 289 | ±107 |
| Median Home Value | $262,700 | ±$46,004 |
| Median Gross Rent | $889 | ±$299 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $83,250 | ±$17,191 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,104 | ±$5,332 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 186 | ±101 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,389 | ±203 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85% | ±6% |
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 SHERMAN
GUS Population: 3,477 (2024)
ID: 128537
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 798, STURGIS MI 49091-9120
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GUS Population: 61,171 (2024)
ID: 166611
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
125 W MAIN ST, CENTREVILLE MI 49032-9623
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | BRONSON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | THREE RIVERS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRONSON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BURR OAK, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | WHITE PIGEON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CENTREVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CENTREVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CENTREVILLE, 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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Glen Oaks Community College
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College | 2.4 mi away | 62249 Shimmel Rd, Centreville, MI, 49032-9719 |
26946799450
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NOTTAWA TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 685 EAST MAIN STREET, CENTREVILLE, MI, 49032 |
(269) 467-6289
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Southwest Michigan Beauty School
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College Vocational | 5.4 mi away | 703 South Centerville Road, Sturgis, MI, 49091-2061 |
2695037606
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STURGIS DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 255 NORTH STREET, STURGIS, MI, 49091 |
(269) 659-7224
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BURR OAK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 220 SOUTH SECOND STREET, BURR OAK, MI, 49030 |
(269) 489-2906
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WHITE PIGEON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 102 NORTH KALAMAZOO STREET, WHITE PIGEON, MI, 49099 |
(269) 483-7409
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THREE RIVERS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 88 N. MAIN STREET, THREE RIVERS, MI, 49093 |
(269) 273-8666
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CONSTANTINE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 165 CANARIS STREET, CONSTANTINE, MI, 49042 |
(269) 435-7957
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MENDON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 314 WEST MAIN STREET, MENDON, MI, 49072 |
(269) 496-4865
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COLON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 128 SOUTH BLACKSTONE AVENUE, COLON, MI, 49040 |
(269) 432-3958
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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 THREE RIVERS, MI US, located 9.6 miles from Sherman township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.2° | 16.7° | 23.9° | 2.85" | 15.0" |
| February | 34.4° | 17.8° | 26.1° | 2.06" | 9.7" |
| March | 45.0° | 25.9° | 35.4° | 2.30" | 3.7" |
| April | 57.8° | 36.2° | 47.0° | 3.35" | 0.6" |
| May | 69.4° | 47.6° | 58.5° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.6° | 57.2° | 67.9° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.3° | 60.5° | 71.4° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.2° | 58.9° | 69.6° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.1° | 51.0° | 62.6° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.2° | 40.2° | 50.7° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| November | 47.4° | 30.9° | 39.1° | 3.04" | 2.9" |
| December | 36.1° | 22.8° | 29.4° | 2.35" | 9.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centreville village | Village | 4.9 mi | — |
| Sturgis city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Burr Oak village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| Scott CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Constantine village | Village | 9.8 mi | — |
| Three Rivers city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2614973300. • 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.