Sugar Island township, Michigan
Sugar Island township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sugar Island township is a geographic entity located in Chippewa County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 655. The land area covers 49.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 655 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 57.4 yrs | ±5.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 288 | ±54 | 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 | 657 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 288 | ±54 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 369 | ±72 |
| Median Home Value | $175,000 | ±$45,302 |
| Median Gross Rent | $485 | ±$403 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,500 | ±$23,391 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,908 | ±$10,718 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% | ±6.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 64 | ±37 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 232 | ±65 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.1% | ±7.2% |
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 SUGAR ISLAND
GUS Population: 660 (2024)
ID: 166935
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
6401 E 1 1/2 MILE RD, SAULT S MARIE MI 49783-8780
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GUS Population: 36,253 (2024)
ID: 193483
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
319 COURT ST, SAULT S MARIE MI 49783-2183
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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 | KINCHELOE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | KINCHELOE, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | KINCHELOE, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 12 | SAULT S MARIE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | SAULT SAINTE MARIE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Sault Ste. Marie, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | KINCHELOE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SAULT S MARIE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | SAULT SAINTE MARIE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | SAULT S MARIE, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lake Superior State University
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College | 8.8 mi away | 650 W Easterday Ave, Sault Ste Marie, MI, 49783 |
9066326841
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SUPERIOR DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 541 LIBRARY DRIVE, SAULT STE. MARIE, MI, 49783 |
(906) 632-9331
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Bay Mills Community College
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College | 19.3 mi away | 12214 W Lakeshore Dr, Brimley, MI, 49715 |
90624833548423
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PICKFORD COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 137 EAST MAIN STREET, PICKFORD, MI, 49774 |
(906) 647-1288
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MOLLIE R. KAHL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.5 mi away | 11185 WEST SECOND STREET, RUDYARD, MI, 49780 |
(906) 478-4504
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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 SAULT STE MARIE SANDERSON FLD, MI US, located 8.0 miles from Sugar Island township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.0° | 8.4° | 16.2° | 2.21" | 30.3" |
| February | 26.4° | 9.3° | 17.8° | 1.51" | 20.7" |
| March | 35.5° | 17.9° | 26.7° | 1.81" | 13.0" |
| April | 48.5° | 30.2° | 39.4° | 2.63" | 7.6" |
| May | 63.2° | 41.0° | 52.1° | 2.64" | 0.4" |
| June | 72.5° | 49.7° | 61.1° | 2.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 76.8° | 55.2° | 66.0° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| August | 75.8° | 55.4° | 65.6° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 68.0° | 48.7° | 58.4° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.1° | 38.5° | 46.3° | 4.38" | 1.7" |
| November | 41.2° | 28.3° | 34.8° | 3.44" | 16.0" |
| December | 30.5° | 17.1° | 23.8° | 2.80" | 30.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sault Ste. Marie city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Kincheloe CDP | CDP | 16.6 mi | — |
| Brimley CDP | CDP | 18.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2603377020. • 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.