Somerset township, Michigan
Somerset township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Somerset township is a geographic entity located in Hillsdale County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,606. The land area covers 33.43 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,606 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 50.7 yrs | ±4.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,909 | ±137 | 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 | 2,394 | ±175 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,909 | ±137 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 485 | ±129 |
| Median Home Value | $251,100 | ±$23,053 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,609 | ±$1,058 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $89,303 | ±$12,623 |
| Per Capita Income | $54,396 | ±$7,757 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 308 | ±99 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,224 | ±162 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±9.3% |
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: 4,586 (2024)
ID: 106487
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 69, SOMERSET CENTER MI 49282-0069
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | NAPOLEON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ADDISON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ADDISON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ADDISON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | MICHIGAN CENTER, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-KG | HILLSDALE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SPRING ARBOR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | JACKSON, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CLARKLAKE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BROOKLYN, 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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Jackson College
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College | 9.3 mi away | 2111 Emmons Rd, Jackson, MI, 49201-8399 |
5177870800
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SOMERSET TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 12715 EAST CHICAGO ROAD, SOMERSET CENTER, MI, 49282 |
(517) 688-9223
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Hillsdale College
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College | 12.8 mi away | 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI, 49242 |
5174377341
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ADDISON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 102 SOUTH TALBOT STREET, ADDISON, MI, 49220 |
(517) 547-3414
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Hillsdale Beauty College
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College Vocational | 13.3 mi away | 64 Waldron St, Hillsdale, MI, 49242 |
5174374670
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NORTH ADAMS COMMUNITY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 4695 KNOWLES RD., NORTH ADAMS, MI, 49262 |
(517) 287-4426
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Spring Arbor University
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College | 14.0 mi away | 106 E. Main St, Spring Arbor, MI, 49283-9799 |
5177501200
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HANOVER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 118 WEST MAIN STREET, HANOVER, MI, 49241 |
(517) 905-1399
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Adrian College
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College | 20.6 mi away | 110 South Madison Ave., Adrian, MI, 49221-2575 |
5172655161
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BROOKLYN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 207 NORTH MAIN STREET, BROOKLYN, MI, 49230 |
(517) 905-1369
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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 13.1 miles from Somerset township. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake LeAnn CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
| Addison village | Village | 4.8 mi | — |
| Cement City village | Village | 5.5 mi | — |
| North Adams village | Village | 6.8 mi | — |
| Manitou Beach-Devils Lake CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Hanover village | Village | 8.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2605974560. • 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.