Union township, Michigan
Union township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Union township is a geographic entity located in Branch County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,969. The land area covers 35.47 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,969 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,065 | ±103 | 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 | 1,233 | ±119 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,065 | ±103 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 168 | ±66 |
| Median Home Value | $126,400 | ±$22,086 |
| Median Gross Rent | $873 | ±$204 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,107 | ±$10,814 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,811 | ±$2,662 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 456 | ±144 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.9% | ±5.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,235 | ±153 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.9% | ±2.7% |
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: 2,981 (2024)
ID: 225588
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
203 ELLEN ST, UNION CITY MI 49094
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GUS Population: 46,187 (2024)
ID: 204650
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
31 DIVISION ST, COLDWATER MI 49036-1904
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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 | 06-12 | ATHENS, MI | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | COLDWATER, 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 | PK-05 | SCOTTS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | CLIMAX, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | CLIMAX, 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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Ross Medical Education Center-Battle Creek
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College Vocational | 15.5 mi away | 3600 Capital Ave., SW, Suite 104, Battle Creek, MI, 49015-9393 |
2692241381
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UNION TOWNSHIP LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 195 NORTH BROADWAY, UNION CITY, MI, 49094 |
(517) 741-5061
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The Salon Professional Academy-Battle Creek
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College Vocational | 19.1 mi away | 1416 W. Columbia Ave., Battle Creek, MI, 49015 |
26996244001016
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BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 135 ELM STREET, BURLINGTON, MI, 49029 |
(517) 765-2702
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Kellogg Community College
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College | 21.2 mi away | 450 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI, 49017-3397 |
2699653931
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SHERWOOD LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 118 SHERMAN STREET, SHERWOOD, MI, 49089 |
(517) 741-7976
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Glen Oaks Community College
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College | 21.7 mi away | 62249 Shimmel Rd, Centreville, MI, 49032-9719 |
26946799450
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ATHENS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 106 EAST BURR OAK STREET, ATHENS, MI, 49011 |
(269) 729-4479
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Southwest Michigan Beauty School
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College Vocational | 23.1 mi away | 703 South Centerville Road, Sturgis, MI, 49091-2061 |
2695037606
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TEKONSHA TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 230 SOUTH CHURCH STREET, TEKONSHA, MI, 49092 |
(517) 767-4769
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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 COLDWATER ST SCHOOL, MI US, located 8.1 miles from Union township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.9° | 15.9° | 23.4° | 2.53" | 13.1" |
| February | 34.2° | 17.6° | 25.9° | 2.30" | 10.7" |
| March | 44.9° | 25.7° | 35.3° | 2.22" | 4.9" |
| April | 57.9° | 36.1° | 47.0° | 3.42" | 1.1" |
| May | 69.4° | 47.1° | 58.2° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.6° | 56.6° | 67.6° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.9° | 59.9° | 70.9° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.6° | 58.2° | 68.9° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.2° | 50.7° | 62.0° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.6° | 40.3° | 50.5° | 3.66" | 0.1" |
| November | 46.6° | 30.5° | 38.5° | 2.75" | 3.6" |
| December | 35.5° | 21.7° | 28.6° | 2.38" | 9.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union City village | Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| Burlington village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Sherwood village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| Athens village | Village | 7.0 mi | — |
| Tekonsha village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
| Coldwater city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2602381280. • 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.