Sylvan township, Michigan
Sylvan township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sylvan township is a geographic entity located in Osceola County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,012. The land area covers 34.56 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,012 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs | ±5.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 430 | ±58 | 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 | 727 | ±85 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 430 | ±58 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 297 | ±72 |
| Median Home Value | $119,000 | ±$13,788 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,067 | ±$109 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,583 | ±$5,435 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,070 | ±$6,894 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.5% | ±5.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 213 | ±67 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 352 | ±58 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76% | ±6.4% |
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 SYLVAN
GUS Population: 1,002 (2024)
ID: 167237
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
18027 OLD US 12, CHELSEA MI 48118
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COUNTY OF OSCEOLA
GUS Population: 23,484 (2024)
ID: 166608
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
301 W UPTON AVE, REED CITY MI 49677-1182
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BARRYTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | EVART, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | EVART, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | EVART, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-07 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | HERSEY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MARION, 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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Mid Michigan College
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College | 18.7 mi away | 1375 S Clare Ave, Harrison, MI, 48625-9447 |
9893866622
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EVART PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 105 NORTH MAIN STREET, EVART, MI, 49631 |
(231) 734-5542
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Ferris State University
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College | 24.5 mi away | 1201 S State St, Big Rapids, MI, 49307-2251 |
2315912000
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MARION DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 120 EAST MAIN STREET, MARION, MI, 49665 |
(231) 743-2421
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BARRYTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 198 NORTHERN AVENUE, BARRYTON, MI, 49305 |
(989) 382-5288
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SURREY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 105 EAST MICHIGAN STREET, FARWELL, MI, 48622 |
(989) 588-9782
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CHIPPEWA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 19171 4TH STREET, CHIPPEWA LAKE, MI, 49320 |
(231) 867-2014
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LEROY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 104 WEST GILBERT STREET, LEROY, MI, 49655 |
(231) 768-4493
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HARRISON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 125 W. BEECH STREET, HARRISON, MI, 48625 |
(989) 539-6711
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MCBAIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 107 EAST MAPLE STREET, MCBAIN, MI, 49657 |
(231) 825-2197
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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 CADILLAC 9&10 NEWS, MI US, located 23.1 miles from Sylvan township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.2° | 11.2° | 19.2° | 2.41" | — |
| February | 30.6° | 10.9° | 20.8° | 2.18" | — |
| March | 40.1° | 18.4° | 29.3° | 2.38" | — |
| April | 53.2° | 30.4° | 41.8° | 3.66" | — |
| May | 66.2° | 43.2° | 54.7° | 3.62" | — |
| June | 75.9° | 53.2° | 64.6° | 3.55" | — |
| July | 79.4° | 56.6° | 68.0° | 3.21" | — |
| August | 77.7° | 55.2° | 66.5° | 3.54" | — |
| September | 70.6° | 48.0° | 59.3° | 3.43" | — |
| October | 57.2° | 37.4° | 47.3° | 4.03" | — |
| November | 43.4° | 27.7° | 35.6° | 2.96" | — |
| December | 32.3° | 19.4° | 25.9° | 2.35" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evart city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
| Marion village | Village | 11.0 mi | — |
| Barryton village | Village | 13.0 mi | — |
| Farwell village | Village | 15.2 mi | — |
| Hersey village | Village | 16.4 mi | — |
| Harrison city | City | 17.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2613377760. • 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.