Wells township, Michigan
Wells township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wells township is a geographic entity located in Delta County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,821. The land area covers 39.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,821 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 53.4 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,009 | ±174 | 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 | 2,162 | ±202 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,009 | ±174 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 153 | ±112 |
| Median Home Value | $177,000 | ±$16,654 |
| Median Gross Rent | $934 | ±$93 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,039 | ±$18,714 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,121 | ±$3,885 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% | ±6.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 489 | ±297 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,249 | ±305 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±11.3% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF WELLS
GUS Population: 4,835 (2024)
ID: 225596
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 188, WELLS MI 49894-0188
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GUS Population: 36,687 (2024)
ID: 166584
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
310 LUDINGTON ST, STE 171, ESCANABA MI 49829-4040
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HARRIS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HARRIS, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 06-12 | ESCANABA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | GLADSTONE, MI | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | ESCANABA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ESCANABA, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | ESCANABA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | ESCANABA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GLADSTONE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GLADSTONE, 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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Bay de Noc Community College
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College | 4.3 mi away | 2001 N Lincoln Road, Escanaba, MI, 49829-2511 |
9067865802
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ESCANABA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 400 LUDINGTON STREET, ESCANABA, MI, 49829 |
(906) 789-7323
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ESCANABA PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 400 LUDINGTON STREET, ESCANABA, MI, 49829 |
(906) 789-7323
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GLADSTONE AREA SCHOOL & PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 300 SOUTH TENTH STREET, GLADSTONE, MI, 49837 |
(906) 428-4224
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HERMANSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | W5480 FIRST STREET, HERMANSVILLE, MI, 49847 |
(906) 352-4111
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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 CORNELL 5SE, MI US, located 3.1 miles from Wells township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.3° | 8.4° | 17.8° | 1.21" | 10.3" |
| February | 30.4° | 9.3° | 19.8° | 1.08" | 8.4" |
| March | 40.7° | 18.1° | 29.4° | 1.44" | 7.9" |
| April | 52.6° | 28.8° | 40.7° | 2.52" | 3.1" |
| May | 66.2° | 40.3° | 53.3° | 2.94" | 0.1" |
| June | 76.4° | 50.3° | 63.4° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.8° | 55.0° | 68.4° | 3.54" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.8° | 53.9° | 67.4° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.0° | 46.7° | 59.3° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.0° | 36.2° | 47.1° | 3.29" | 0.4" |
| November | 44.3° | 26.2° | 35.3° | 2.16" | 3.7" |
| December | 32.8° | 15.7° | 24.2° | 1.68" | 8.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escanaba city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Gladstone city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Rapid River CDP | CDP | 13.8 mi | — |
| Powers village | Village | 18.2 mi | — |
| Rock CDP | CDP | 19.8 mi | — |
| Hermansville CDP | CDP | 21.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2604185240. • 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.