St. Ignace township, Michigan
St. Ignace township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
St. Ignace township is a geographic entity located in Mackinac County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,007. The land area covers 97.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,007 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs | ±10.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 504 | ±84 | 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 | 720 | ±102 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 504 | ±84 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 216 | ±74 |
| Median Home Value | $179,400 | ±$49,677 |
| Median Gross Rent | $683 | ±$110 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,656 | ±$25,447 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,256 | ±$3,862 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.2% | ±5.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 210 | ±67 |
| Unemployment Rate | 24.3% | ±8.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 408 | ±110 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.9% | ±6.2% |
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 ST IGNACE
GUS Population: 998 (2024)
ID: 128474
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP CLERK
P.O. BOX 233, SAINT IGNACE MI 49781-9459
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GUS Population: 11,144 (2024)
ID: 193485
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK
100 S MARLEY ST, SAINT IGNACE MI 49781-1491
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | KINCHELOE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SAINT IGNACE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | KINCHELOE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SAINT IGNACE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | MACKINAC ISLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | RUDYARD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SAINT IGNACE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 04-12 | SAINT IGNACE, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Great Lakes Boat Building School
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College Vocational | 15.9 mi away | 485 S. Meridian, Cedarville, MI, 49719-9790 |
9064841081
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BREVORT TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 4009 NORTH CHURCH STREET, MORAN, MI, 49760 |
(906) 643-8098
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SAINT IGNACE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 110 WEST SPRUCE STREET, SAINT IGNACE, MI, 49781 |
(906) 643-8318
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MOLLIE R. KAHL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 11185 WEST SECOND STREET, RUDYARD, MI, 49780 |
(906) 478-4504
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MACKINAC ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 7549 MAIN STREET, MACKINAC ISLAND, MI, 49757 |
(906) 847-3421
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LES CHENEAUX COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 75 EAST HODECK STREET, CEDARVILLE, MI, 49719 |
(906) 484-3547
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PICKFORD COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 137 EAST MAIN STREET, PICKFORD, MI, 49774 |
(906) 647-1288
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MACKINAW AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 528 WEST CENTRAL AVENUE, MACKINAW CITY, MI, 49701 |
(231) 436-5451
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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 MORAN, MI US, located 8.0 miles from St. Ignace township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.9° | 7.2° | 16.6° | 2.19" | 20.4" |
| February | 28.2° | 6.9° | 17.6° | 1.58" | 14.8" |
| March | 37.2° | 15.1° | 26.1° | 2.01" | 9.8" |
| April | 48.4° | 27.9° | 38.2° | 3.14" | 6.8" |
| May | 61.9° | 39.0° | 50.5° | 2.55" | 0.0" |
| June | 72.0° | 48.5° | 60.3° | 2.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 76.6° | 54.1° | 65.4° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 76.0° | 53.5° | 64.7° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| September | 68.3° | 46.3° | 57.3° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.6° | 35.6° | 45.1° | 4.25" | 0.4" |
| November | 42.0° | 27.0° | 34.5° | 3.38" | 7.4" |
| December | 32.2° | 16.4° | 24.3° | 2.62" | 21.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Ignace city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Mackinac Island city | City | 12.9 mi | — |
| Mackinaw City village | Village | 18.2 mi | — |
| Kincheloe CDP | CDP | 19.1 mi | — |
| Carp Lake CDP | CDP | 24.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2609770860. • 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.