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Antioch Township, Michigan

Antioch Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 900 at the 2020 census.

The township is home to Briar Hill, the highest elevation in the Lower Peninsula at 1706 ft above sea level.

Communities

 * Mesick is a village located almost entirely within Springville Township to the west. The United States Census Bureau lists Mesick as extending into Antioch Township with only 0.01 sqmi of the village and no population within the township.
 * Sherman is an unincorporated community on M-37 at the northwest corner of the township.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.26 sqmi, of which 35.22 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi (0.11%) is water.

Major highways

 * forms a small northwestern boundary of the township.
 * runs diagonally southeast–northwest through the center of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 810 people, 306 households, and 227 families residing in the township. The population density was 23.0 PD/sqmi. There were 434 housing units at an average density of 12.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.91% White, 1.73% Native American, 0.49% Asian, and 0.86% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.86% of the population.

There were 306 households, out of which 33.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.4% were married couples living together, 5.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.5% were non-families. 21.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.4% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $32,679, and the median income for a family was $35,375. Males had a median income of $28,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,387. About 5.9% of families and 9.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.9% of those under age 18 and 2.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Antioch Township is served entirely by Mesick Consolidated Schools, which is located to the west in the village of Mesick.

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Boon Township, Michigan

Boon Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 650 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Boon is an unincorporated community and census-designated place located in the Manistee National Forest at 44.28972°N, -85.60194°W. The Boon 49618 ZIP Code serves the eastern portion of the township. The community was settled as early as 1888.
 * Harrietta is a village located in the northwestern portion of the township. A smaller portion of the village extends to the west into Slagle Township.  The Harrietta 49638 ZIP Code serves the western portion of the township.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.01 sqmi, all land.

Major highways

 * runs diagonally through the northeast corner of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 670 people, 234 households, and 190 families residing in the township. The population density was 18.6 PD/sqmi. There were 342 housing units at an average density of 9.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.36% White, 0.15% Native American, 0.15% from other races, and 1.34% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.64% of the population.

There were 234 households, out of which 35.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.1% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.8% were non-families. 14.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.86 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.9% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 10.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,042, and the median income for a family was $43,304. Males had a median income of $28,917 versus $21,771 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,294. About 5.7% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.4% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Boon Township is served by two separate school districts. The majority of the township is served by Cadillac Area Public Schools, while a smaller northern portion of the township is served by Mesick Consolidated Schools in Mesick to the northwest.

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Buckley, Michigan

Buckley is a village in Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 775 at the 2020 census, an increase from 697 at the 2010 census. The village is located within Hanover Township, and lies immediately south of the Grand Traverse County line. The village lies about 6.5 mi north of Mesick, about 20 mi northwest of Cadillac, and about 15 mi south of Traverse City.

History
Buckley was originally founded in 1905 as a railroad station operated by the Manistee and North-Eastern Railroad, and the community was named for the local Buckley & Douglas Lumber Company. The Buckley post office was established on March 31, 1906. The community incorporated as a village in 1907.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.84 sqmi, of which 1.78 sqmi is land and 0.06 sqmi (3.265) is water.

Major highways

 * is a north–south thoroughfare that runs through the village.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 697 people, 246 households, and 175 families residing in the village. The population density was 391.6 PD/sqmi. There were 300 housing units at an average density of 168.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.9% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 246 households, of which 42.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 16.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.9% were non-families. 20.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.23.

The median age in the village was 30.2 years. 31.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 32% were from 25 to 44; 21.4% were from 45 to 64; and 7.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 50.2% male and 49.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 550 people, 185 households, and 145 families residing in the village. The population density was 309.4 PD/sqmi. There were 212 housing units at an average density of 119.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 93.64% White, 0.73% African American, 2.36% Native American, 0.36% Asian, 1.27% from other races, and 1.64% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.64% of the population.

There were 185 households, out of which 42.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.1% were married couples living together, 12.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.1% were non-families. 13.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.94 and the average family size was 3.18.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 31.5% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 31.5% from 25 to 44, 18.9% from 45 to 64, and 8.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $36,667, and the median income for a family was $37,212. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $19,167 for females. The per capita income for the village was $14,258. About 5.2% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.7% of those under age 18 and 13.6% of those age 65 or over.

title: Buckley, Michigan


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Cedar Creek Township, Wexford County, Michigan

Cedar Creek Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,855 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Gilbert is an unincorporated community located within the township at 44.375°N, -85.41806°W. The community was a lumber settlement with a train station along the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad.  A post office opened on November 1, 1883 but is no longer in operation.
 * The township surrounds the city of Manton. However, the two are administratively autonomous.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.14 sqmi, of which 34.12 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi (0.05%) is water.

The city of Manton is surrounded by the township in the northern section, but the city and township are administered autonomously after Manton incorporated as a city in 1923.

Major highways

 * runs south–north through the center of the township.
 * runs very briefly through the township from U.S. Route 131 west to the city of Manton.
 * runs briefly east–west and has its western terminus at U.S. Route 131 within the township. The roadway continues westward as Business US Highway 131.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,489 people, 504 households, and 416 families residing in the township. The population density was 43.6 PD/sqmi. There were 611 housing units at an average density of 17.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.25% White, 0.40% African American, 0.67% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 1.07% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.21% of the population.

There were 504 households, out of which 41.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.1% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.3% were non-families. 13.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.95 and the average family size was 3.23.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.8% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 29.8% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 9.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,566, and the median income for a family was $40,313. Males had a median income of $31,435 versus $21,711 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,645. About 9.0% of families and 10.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.9% of those under age 18 and 2.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Cedar Creek Township is served entirely by Manton Consolidated Schools, which is centered within the city of Manton.


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Cherry Grove Township, Michigan

Cherry Grove Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 2,421 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Axin is an unincorporated community within the township at 44.21°N, -85.5475°W. Axin was settled about 9.5 mi southwest of Cadillac and named after local resident J. Axin Morgan.  A post office in Axin operated from  August 21, 1899 until January 30, 1943.
 * Benson is an unincorporated community within the township at 44.20861°N, -85.49694°W. It is located about one mile south of M-55, five miles west of Cadillac.  The community was named after local farmer Swan Benson and once contained its own post office from November 17, 1884 until April 30, 1911.
 * Cherry Grove was one of the original communities within the township when a rural post office was established. The post office was very short lived and operated only from February 7 to March 3, 1879.
 * Wedgewood is an unincorporated community and census-designated place located within the southeast portion of the township at 44.19361°N, -85.49028°W.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.21 sqmi, of which 33.37 sqmi is land and 2.84 sqmi (7.84%) is water.

Much of Lake Mitchell is located in the northeast of the township.

Major highways

 * runs east–west through the northern portion of the township.
 * runs very briefly through the northeast corner of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,328 people, 908 households, and 714 families residing in the township. The population density was 69.8 PD/sqmi. There were 1,198 housing units at an average density of 35.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.98% White, 0.09% African American, 0.39% Native American, 0.60% Asian, and 0.95% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.69% of the population.

There were 908 households, out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.9% were married couples living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.3% were non-families. 18.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 2.89.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 30.5% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,190, and the median income for a family was $55,444. Males had a median income of $39,688 versus $25,781 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,798. About 5.3% of families and 5.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.0% of those under age 18 and 1.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Cherry Grove Township is served by two separate public school districts. The vast majority of the township is served by Cadillac Area Public Schools to the east in the city of Cadillac. A very small portion of the southeast corner of the township is served by Pine River Area Schools to the south in the village of LeRoy in Osceola County.

title: Cherry Grove Township, Michigan


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Clam Lake Township, Michigan

Clam Lake Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 2,325 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Elton is a former settlement in the southeast corner of the township. It had a rural post office 8.0 mi from Cadillac that operated from July 6, 1897, until September 30, 1907.
 * Hobart is an unincorporated community located in the southwest portion of the township at 44.18278°N, -85.44833°W. Hobart was founded in 1871 as a lumbering community and given a railway station on the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad.  The community contained its own post office from July 7, 1876, until January 30, 1923.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 30.85 sqmi, of which 30.71 sqmi is land and 0.14 sqmi (0.45%) is water.

The township lies south of the city of Cadillac.

Major highways

 * runs diagonally southwest–northeast through the center of the township.
 * enters at the northern border of the township and briefly runs concurrent with U.S. Route 131.
 * runs diagonally southeast–northwest through the center of the township and briefly runs concurrent with U.S. Route 131 and M-55.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,238 people, 821 households, and 637 families residing in the township. The population density was 72.5 PD/sqmi. There were 929 housing units at an average density of 30.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.88% White, 0.13% African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.09% Asian, and 0.63% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.49% of the population.

There were 821 households, out of which 35.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.3% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.3% were non-families. 18.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.07.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.4% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 27.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,102, and the median income for a family was $53,438. Males had a median income of $34,714 versus $22,217 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,062. About 1.3% of families and 3.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.7% of those under age 18 and 5.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Clam Lake Township is served by two separate public school districts. The vast majority of the township is served by Cadillac Area Public Schools to the north in the city of Cadillac. A smaller portion of the southwest corner of the township is served by Pine River Area Schools to the south in the village of LeRoy in Osceola County.

title: Clam Lake Township, Michigan


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Colfax Township, Wexford County, Michigan

Colfax Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 897 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Meauwataka is an unincorporated community in the township at 44.35306°N, -85.53972°W. The community was first settled in 1867 near Lake Meauwataka, which was originally called Lake Dayhuff.  A post office named Meauwataka began operating on May 2, 1872 with Enos Dayduff serving as the first postmaster.  The post office remained in operation until April 30, 1952.
 * Soper is a former community that began as a sawmill settlement in the township, and a post office briefly operated under the name Soper from March 23, 1900 until August 31, 1901.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.40 sqmi, of which 35.26 sqmi is land and 0.14 sqmi (0.40%) is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 763 people, 286 households and 229 families residing in the township. The population density was 21.6 per square mile (8.3/km$2$). There were 411 housing units at an average density of 11.6 per square mile (4.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.74% White, 0.13% from other races, and 0.13% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.13% of the population.

There were 286 households, of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.2% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.9% were non-families. 17.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 2.99.

27.0% of the population were under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 26.9% from 45 to 64, and 10.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.8 males.

The median household income was $39,135 and the median family income was $41,458. Males had a median income of $30,781 versus $23,167 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,082. About 4.5% of families and 7.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.9% of those under age 18 and 4.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Colfax Township is served by two public school districts. The majority of the township is served by Mesick Consolidated Schools to the west in Mesick, while the northeast portion of the township is served by Manton Consolidated Schools to the east in Manton.


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Greenwood Township, Wexford County, Michigan

Greenwood Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 633 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Baxter is an unincorporated community located within the township at 44.50389°N, -85.52694°W. Baxter was settled as a train station on the Manistee and North-Eastern Railroad, and a post office opened on July 30, 1910.  The station and post office are no longer in operation.
 * Mystic is a former settlement that very briefly had a rural post office that operated from March 3, 1900 until August 31, 1901.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.37 sqmi, of which 35.36 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi (0.03%) is water.

The Manistee River flows through the northern portion of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 542 people, 197 households, and 147 families residing in the township. The population density was 15.3 PD/sqmi. There were 346 housing units at an average density of 9.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.60% White, 0.55% African American, 0.37% Native American, 0.18% from other races, and 1.29% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.85% of the population.

There were 197 households, out of which 36.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.9% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.9% were non-families. 16.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.3% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 11.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,083, and the median income for a family was $39,250. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,009. About 9.6% of families and 12.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 3.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Greenwood Township is served by three separate public school districts. The majority of the township is served by Manton Consolidated Schools to the southeast in Manton. A very narrow portion of the southwest corner of the township is served by Mesick Consolidated Schools to the west in Mesick. The northern section of the township is served by Kingsley Area Schools to the north in Grand Traverse County.


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Hanover Township, Wexford County, Michigan

Hanover Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,698 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Buckley is a village in the northwest portion of the township.
 * Sherman is an unincorporated community on M-37 in the southwest corner of the township.
 * Wexford Corner is an unincorporated community located in the northwest corner of the township at 44.51278°N, -85.69611°W just northwest of the village of Buckley. The community is at a four-point intersection within Wexford Township on the southwest in Wexford County, as well as Grant Township on the northwest and Mayfield Township on the northeast in Grand Traverse County.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.15 sqmi, of which 35.99 sqmi is land and 0.16 sqmi (0.44%) is water.

The Manistee River flows through the township.

Major highways

 * forms most of the western boundary of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,200 people, 441 households, and 333 families residing in the township. The population density was 33.3 PD/sqmi. There were 639 housing units at an average density of 17.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 95.25% White, 0.42% African American, 1.17% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 1.42% from other races, and 1.58% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.17% of the population.

There were 441 households, out of which 36.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.3% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.3% were non-families. 18.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.3% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 11.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $36,850, and the median income for a family was $38,920. Males had a median income of $31,188 versus $20,592 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,271. About 4.6% of families and 5.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 6.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Hanover Township is served by two public school districts. The majority of the township is served by Buckley Community School District, while the southern portion of the township is served by Mesick Consolidated Schools to the southwest in Mesick.


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Haring Township, Michigan

Haring Township is a charter township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 3,556 at the 2020 census, making it the most populous township in Wexford County. The township has a boundary with the city of Cadillac, to the south.

Communities

 * Bond's Mill is a former settlement that began in 1872 when William Mitchell and Johnathon Cobbs opened sawmills along the shores of Clam Lake (now Lake Cadillac). A post office named Bond's Mill opened on October 30, 1872 and was named after the first postmaster Myron Bond.  The post office operated until November 30, 1883.
 * Haring is an unincorporated community and census-designated place located within the township at 44.29861°N, -85.41306°W just north of the city of Cadillac.
 * Missaukee Junction is an unincorporated community within the township at 44.30889°N, -85.41444°W. Settled about 4.0 mi north of the city of the Cadillac, it began as a station on the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad around 1876.  It was named after an Ottawa chief named Nesaukee.
 * Round Lake is a former lumber settlement located within the township along the lake of the same name. The Round Lake post office operated from May 26, 1873 until December 28, 1887.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has total area of 32.78 sqmi, of which 32.36 sqmi is land and 0.42 sqmi (1.28%) is water.

The Clam River flows through the southeast of Haring Township.

Major highways

 * runs south–north through the center of the township.
 * is a business route that runs through Cadillac and north into Haring Township, where it rejoins with US 131.
 * forms the southernmost border of the township before M-55 turns south to run concurrent with US 131.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,962 people, 1,073 households, and 843 families residing in the township. The population density was 91.1 PD/sqmi. There were 1,149 housing units at an average density of 35.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.08% White, 0.37% African American, 0.57% Native American, 0.34% Asian, 0.14% from other races, and 0.51% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.54% of the population.

There were 1,073 households, out of which 36.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.0% were married couples living together, 11.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.4% were non-families. 17.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.69 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.1% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 26.1% from 45 to 64, and 13.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,265, and the median income for a family was $43,468. Males had a median income of $33,042 versus $22,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,001. About 5.9% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Haring Charter Township is served entirely by Cadillac Area Public Schools to the south in the city of Cadillac.

title: Haring Township, Michigan


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Harrietta, Michigan

Harrietta is a village in Wexford County of the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 151 at the 2020 census, which ranked it as the eighth least-populated village in the state. The village is split almost evenly between Slagle Township on the west and Boon Township on the east.

History
The community first platted in 1889 along the Toledo, Ann Arbor and North Michigan Railway. It was recorded with the spelling Harriette, which early founder James Ashley chose from combining his father's name of Harry and his fiancé Henriette Burt. The Springdale post office, which was established earlier to the north in 1874, moved to Harriette in 1890 but retained is original name. The community incorporated as a village in 1891 under the name Gaston, but railway executives insisted on returning the community to its original name of Harriette in 1892. The community and post office name was again changed to its current name of Harrietta in 1925.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.99 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 143 people, 60 households, and 40 families residing in the village. The population density was 153.8 PD/sqmi. There were 103 housing units at an average density of 110.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 94.4% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Asian, and 4.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.

There were 60 households, of which 21.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.3% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.3% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the village was 46.1 years. 21% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 34.3% were from 45 to 64; and 17.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 53.8% male and 46.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 169 people, 63 households, and 43 families residing in the village. The population density was 182.0 PD/sqmi. There were 93 housing units at an average density of 100.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.22% White, 0.59% from other races, and 1.18% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.73% of the population.

There were 63 households, out of which 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.0% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 23.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.18.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 20.1% from 45 to 64, and 16.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.8 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $33,500, and the median income for a family was $34,286. Males had a median income of $28,125 versus $31,563 for females. The per capita income for the village was $15,258. About 4.8% of families and 6.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those sixty-five or over.

title: Harrietta, Michigan


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Henderson Township, Michigan

Henderson Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 183 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Angola is a former settlement within the township. It had a rural post office from December 20, 1899 until February 9, 1909.  The community appeared on a 1914 map of Henderson Township.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.22 sqmi, of which 36.21 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi (0.03%) is water.

Major highways

 * runs east–west through the center of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 176 people, 73 households, and 57 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.9 PD/sqmi. There were 111 housing units at an average density of 3.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.86% White, and 1.14% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.70% of the population.

There were 73 households, out of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.3% were married couples living together, 1.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.9% were non-families. 19.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.74.

In the township the population was spread out, with 16.5% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 22.2% from 25 to 44, 35.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $32,000, and the median income for a family was $42,250. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,877. About 4.1% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.0% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Education
Henderson Township is served entirely by Cadillac Area Public Schools to the east in Cadillac.

title: Henderson Township, Michigan


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Liberty Township, Wexford County, Michigan

Liberty Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 936 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Haire is a former settlement within the township that was settled as a lumber community along the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad. The post office in Haire operated from August 21, 1883 until December 15, 1908.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.53 sqmi, of which 36.51 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi (0.05%) is water.

The Manistee River flows through the center of the township.

Major highways

 * runs south–north through the center of the township.
 * enters from the south from Manton and ends at U.S. Route 131 in the center of the township.

Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 861 people, 406 households, and 235 families in the township. The population density was 23.6 per square mile (8.5/km$2$). The housing density was 11.1 per square mile (4.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 96.3% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 2.6% were two or more races.

25.0%% of households had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.4% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.0% were non-families. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.04.

The township population contained 25.0% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 30.8% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 97 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,864, and the median income for a family was $40,781. Males had a median income of $28,162 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,612. About 5.7% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under age 18 and 7.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Liberty Township is served entirely by Manton Consolidated Schools just to the south in the city of Manton.


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Manton, Michigan

Manton is a city in Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,258 at the 2020 census. The city is located in northeastern Wexford County, which itself is part of Northern Michigan.

History
The townsite was purchased and cleared in 1872 along the proposed route of the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad, by two local settlers, Ezra Harger and George Manton, and a third partner, William Mears. The place was known locally as Cedar Creek, but the railroad named the new station "Manton" after its first postmaster, George Manton.

Manton was at one time the county seat for Wexford County. However, the county seat was forcibly moved to Cadillac in the Battle of Manton.

Amish community
In 1993, an Old Order Amish community was started near Manton, most of the members coming from the Evart-LeRoy area or from Vestaburg in Michigan. The community is more open to "seekers" – people who want to join the Amish – than other Old Order Amish communities. They are affiliated with the Amish community in Smyrna, Maine, which was founded as one of the "Christian Communities" under the leadership of Elmo Stoll, but joined the Amish, when the "Christian Communities" disbanded.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.61 sqmi, of which 1.56 sqmi is land and 0.05 sqmi (3.11%) is water.

The city of Manton is surrounded by Cedar Creek Township. However, the two municipalities are administered separately.

Major highways

 * is a freeway that bypasses the city to its east. It has its final freeway exit (exit 191) with M-42 and Bus. US 131 just southeast of the city before becoming a two-lane highway 5 mi north of Manton and continuing north to Kalkaska and Petoskey.
 * is a business loop of US 131 that starts at M-42 and US 131 (exit 191), runs through Manton, and runs out of town for 5 mi before meeting the US 131 freeway at a normal intersection.
 * runs concurrently with Bus. US 131 into Manton for a mile before ending at an intersection with 7th Street and Main Street. Bus. US 131 turns north without M-42.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,287 people, 504 households, and 327 families living in the city. The population density was 825.0 PD/sqmi. There were 577 housing units at an average density of 369.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.3% White, 0.5% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.4% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.

There were 504 households, of which 37.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.1% were married couples living together, 20.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.1% were non-families. 31.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.10.

The median age in the city was 31.9 years. 30% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 22.3% were from 45 to 64; and 14.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,221 people, 497 households, and 317 families living in the city. The population density was 784.2 PD/sqmi. There were 541 housing units at an average density of 347.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.95% White, 0.41% Native American, 0.25% Asian, and 1.39% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.15% of the population.

There were 497 households, out of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.5% were married couples living together, 15.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 28.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.04.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.9% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 14.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,339, and the median income for a family was $31,979. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $21,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,528. About 9.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.9% of those under age 18 and 6.8% of those age 65 or over.

title: Manton, Michigan


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Mesick, Michigan

Mesick is a village in Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 397 at the 2020 census. The majority of the village is located within Springville Township with a very small portion extending east into Antioch Township.

History
Mesick was first settled along the Toledo, Ann Arbor and Northern Michigan Railroad within Springville Township in 1890. The community received a post office on January 9, 1891, with Henry Brooks serving as the first postmaster. Mesick incorporated as a village in 1901.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.34 sqmi, of which 1.33 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi (0.75%) is water.

Mesick lies in the Manistee River valley. Immediately southeast of Mesick lies Briar Hill, the highest point in Michigan's Lower Peninsula.

Major highways

 * runs east–west though the center of the village.
 * runs concurrent with M-37 through most of the village.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 394 people, 161 households, and 103 families living in the village. The population density was 303.1 PD/sqmi. There were 190 housing units at an average density of 146.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 96.7% White, 0.3% African American, 1.0% Native American, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 0.8% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.

There were 161 households, of which 35.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.9% were married couples living together, 18.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.0% were non-families. 32.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the village was 37.8 years. 25.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 11% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.2% were from 25 to 44; 23.3% were from 45 to 64; and 15.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 49.0% male and 51.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 447 people, 159 households, and 114 families living in the village. The population density was 392.9 PD/sqmi. There were 185 housing units at an average density of 162.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the village was 98.66% White, 0.67% African American, 0.22% Native American, and 0.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.57% of the population.

There were 159 households, out of which 44.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.1% were married couples living together, 15.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.3% were non-families. 23.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.28.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 33.6% under the age of 18, 9.6% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 16.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.3 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $24,375, and the median income for a family was $30,000. Males had a median income of $21,136 versus $22,639 for females. The per capita income for the village was $10,600. About 16.3% of families and 21.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.2% of those under age 18 and 17.7% of those age 65 or over.

title: Mesick, Michigan


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Selma Township, Michigan

Selma Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 2,233 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Bunyea is a former settlement within the township. It began as a station along the Ann Arbor Railroad, and the community grew around the Sturtevant & Bunyea sawmill. A post office opened under the name Bunyea on September 8, 1903 and operated until December 15, 1913.
 * Millersville is an unincorporated community within the township at 44.27667°N, -85.55972°W. The community was settled along the Toledo, Ann Arbor & Northern Michigan Railroad around 1888 and was named after local storekeeper Humphrey Miller, who also became the first postmaster when a post office opened on March 8, 1890.  The post office operated until March 30, 1895.

History
The township was first proposed in 1870 under the name Thorp Township. It was not officially established until March 12, 1871 when it was set aside from the southern half of Colfax Township and renamed Selma Township.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.99 sqmi, of which 34.31 sqmi is land and 1.68 sqmi (4.67%) is water.

The northern portion of Lake Mitchell is located within the township.

Major highways

 * runs south–north diagonally through the center of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,915 people, 757 households, and 548 families residing in the township. The population density was 55.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,086 housing units at an average density of 31.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.13% White, 0.63% Native American, 0.99% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, 0.31% from other races, and 0.84% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.68% of the population.

There were 757 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.1% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.6% were non-families. 22.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 30.0% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,287, and the median income for a family was $41,641. Males had a median income of $31,103 versus $22,074 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,873. About 5.5% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.5% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Selma Township is served by two public school districts. The majority of the township is served by Cadillac Area Public Schools to the southeast in Cadillac, while the northeast portion of the township is served by Mesick Consolidated Schools to the northwest in Mesick.

title: Selma Township, Michigan


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Slagle Township, Michigan

Slagle Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 509 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Caberfae is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) partially located within the township. Most of the CDP and its population are within South Branch Township to the south.
 * Harrietta is a village partially located within the township. The majority of the village is located within Boon Township to the east.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.79 sqmi, all land.

Major highways

 * runs south–north through the center of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 569 people, 225 households, and 166 families residing in the township. The population density was 15.9 per square mile (6.1/km$2$). There were 391 housing units at an average density of 10.9 per square mile (4.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.77% White, 0.88% Native American, and 0.35% from two or more races.

There were 225 households, out of which 27.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.7% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.8% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.1% under the age of 18, 4.7% from 18 to 24, 26.4% from 25 to 44, 25.8% from 45 to 64, and 19.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $29,250, and the median income for a family was $33,036. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $26,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,069. About 12.7% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.6% of those under age 18 and 18.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Slagle Township is served by two public school districts. The majority of the township is served by Mesick Consolidated Schools to the north in Mesick, while the eastern portion of the township is served by Cadillac Area Public Schools to the east in Cadillac.

title: Slagle Township, Michigan


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South Branch Township, Wexford County, Michigan

South Branch Township is a civil township of Wexford County of the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 348 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Caberfae is an unincorporated community and census-designated place located in the northern portion of the township at 44.24972°N, -85.725°W. A portion of the CDP extends north into Slagle Township, but the majority of the CDP, including Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf Resort, is located within South Branch Township.
 * Garletts Corner is an unincorporated community located at the intersection of M-37 and M-55 at 44.2225°N, -85.80639°W.
 * Hoxeyville is an unincorporated community in the eastern portion of the township at 44.19361°N, -85.71472°W. The community began as a lumbering settlement and given a post office named Clay Hill on July 20, 1870.  It was renamed after resident John Hoxie on April 25, 1891.
 * Thorp is a former settlement within the township. A brief rural post office opened on August 21, 1883.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.05 sqmi, of which 36.03 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi (0.06%) is water.

The Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf Resort is located within South Branch Township.

Major highways

 * runs south–north through the western portion of the township.
 * runs east–west through the center of the township and has an intersection with M-37.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 330 people, 148 households, and 92 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.1 per square mile (3.5/km$2$). There were 429 housing units at an average density of 11.9 per square mile (4.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.18% White, 0.30% from other races, and 1.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.52% of the population.

There were 148 households, out of which 22.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.8% were non-families. 32.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.5% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 26.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,667, and the median income for a family was $40,536. Males had a median income of $31,979 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,620. About 6.9% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.0% of those under age 18 and 1.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
South Branch Township is served entirely by Cadillac Area Public Schools to the east in Cadillac.


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Springville Township, Michigan

Springville Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,739 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Coline is a former settlement formed around a power plant and general store operated by the Consumers Power Company. A post office operated briefly in Coline from October 1, 1924 until October 31, 1925.
 * Glengary, also spelled as Glengarry, is an unincorporated community within the township at 44.42306°N, -85.72111°W. It formed as a settlement near Sherman in 1910.
 * Mesick is a village located almost entirely within Springville Township, while a very small portion of the village extends east into Antioch Township.
 * Sherman is an unincorporated community located in the northeast corner of the township at 44.42389°N, -85.69667°W. The community extends into several neighboring township.
 * Yuma is an unincorporated community located in the south-central portion of the township at 44.34667°N, -85.75472°W. Yuma was first settled with a railroad station along the Toledo, Ann Arbor & Northern Michigan Railroad in 1888.  The community was platted in 1893, and the Yuma post office operated from January 3, 1983 until May 26, 1961.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.53 sqmi, of which 32.50 sqmi is land and 3.03 sqmi (8.53%) is water.

The Manistee River flows from the northeast to the southwest through the township. The Hodenpyl Dam is located within the southwest corner of the township and forms the Hodenpyl Dam Pond, which encompasses 1680 acres within the township.

Major highways

 * runs south–north through the center of the township before running concurrent with M-115 through the village of Mesick.
 * runs east–west through the northern portion of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,673 people, 635 households, and 452 families residing in the township. The population density was 51.1 PD/sqmi. There were 1,015 housing units at an average density of 31.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.53% White, 0.30% African American, 1.26% Native American, 0.18% Asian, 0.66% from other races, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.90% of the population.

There were 635 households, out of which 35.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 10.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.7% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.2% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $28,821, and the median income for a family was $32,098. Males had a median income of $26,908 versus $20,729 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,857. About 11.0% of families and 14.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.0% of those under age 18 and 8.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Springville Township is served entirely by Mesick Consolidated Schools in Mesick.

title: Springville Township, Michigan


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Wexford Township, Michigan

Wexford Township is a civil township of Wexford County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,161 at the 2020 census.

Communities

 * Bagnall is an unincorporated community within the township at 44.42722°N, -85.75861°W. The community was settled in 1888 with a railway station along the Ann Arbor Railroad.  A post office named Farnsworth opened on June 20, 1889 and was named after the Farnsworth & Chesbrough company, which operated a grist mill and sawmill in the area.  The post office name was changed to Bagnall on December 29, 1902, but it is no longer in operation.
 * Claggettville is a former settlement founded in 1897 along the Ann Arbor Railroad just west of the community of Sherman. Claggettville, which was also referred to as West Sherman, was the site of a large mill.
 * Harlan is an unincorporated community located along the county line with Manistee County at 44.45694°N, -85.75278°W. The community began as a railway station along the Ann Arbor Railroad in 1888.  For state purposes, the Manistee County portion was named Churchills within Cleon Township, and the Wexford County portion was named Harlan and given a post office on March 31, 1890.  The post office closed briefly in 1906 but remained in operation until July 15, 1935.
 * Sherman is an unincorporated community located in the southeast corner of the township at 44.42389°N, -85.69667°W. The community extends into several neighboring township.
 * Wexford is a former settlement within the township. It was settled as early as 1865 by John Lennington. William Masters became the first postmaster of Wexford on February 17, 1865.  The community was also referred to as Hanover, and a fire destroyed the community in 1906.  It was partially rebuilt but later abandoned.
 * Wexford Corner is an unincorporated community located in the northeast corner of the township at 44.51278°N, -85.69611°W just northwest of the village of Buckley. The community is at a four-point intersection within Hanover Township on the southeast in Wexford County, as well as Grant Township on the northwest and Mayfield Township on the northeast in Grand Traverse County.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.54 sqmi, all land.

Major highways

 * forms most of the eastern boundary of the township.
 * runs very briefly through the southwest corner of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 798 people, 298 households, and 213 families residing in the township. The population density was 21.9 per square mile (8.4/km$2$). There were 379 housing units at an average density of 10.4 per square mile (4.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 96.62% White, 0.13% African American, 1.25% Native American, and 2.01% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.63% of the population.

There were 298 households, out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.4% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.2% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.10.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.6% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 10.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,083, and the median income for a family was $37,727. Males had a median income of $25,833 versus $20,074 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,331. About 8.3% of families and 11.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.2% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Education
Wexford Township is served by three separate school districts. The majority of the township is served by Mesick Consolidated Schools in Mesick. The northeastern portion of the township is served by Buckley Community School District in Buckley. A very small northwestern portion of the township is served by Benzie County Central Schools, which is located to the northwest in Benzie County.

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Aitkin, Minnesota

Aitkin is a city and the county seat of Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,168 at the 2020 census.

History
Before the establishment of City of Aitkin, a transient community of Lexington was located at the mouth of the Ripple River, at its confluence with the Mississippi River. However, maps from the 1860s erroneously depict the village of Ojibway at the mouth of the Ripple River.

Due to the importance of regional trade at Lexington, the route of the Northern Pacific Railroad was planned to pass near there. Aitkin was founded in 1870 when the Northern Pacific Railroad was extended to that point, replacing and annexing Lexington. The city and county were named for William Alexander Aitken, a partner of the American Fur Company and chief factor of the company's regional operations in the early 19th century.

The development of industries attracted people to the town. In the late 19th and early 20th century, a massive wave of immigrants, mostly from present-day Ireland, Germany, and Scandinavian countries, moved into the Aitkin area to work in the logging and riverboat industries. They were able to start working before they had learned much English.

After the Great Depression and World War II, the logging industry declined. The area developed as a farming community, based on production of cattle and poultry, which continued until the late 1970s to early 1980s. A creamery and a turkey plant were important to the town's economy. With the decline of small family farms in agriculture, many abandoned farms can be seen throughout the county.

By the 1990s, Aitkin had changed again, developing as a community for retirement and tourism, especially with its lake areas. The tourism and service industries are central today. Health care, education, human services, and non-profit organizations are some of the major contributors to the modern-day Aitkin economy, along with the hospitality industry.

Aitkin has been affected by occasional flooding of the Mississippi River. Major notable floods had reached past 20 ft, such as the 1950 flood, and nearly 19 ft, such as the summer flooding in 2012. The 2012 flood was one of the first floods that overflowed into the lake areas, flooding the cabins, since it was caused by heavy rainfall instead of melting snow. In 2023 Downtown Aitkin flooded due to the winters record snowfall and that snowfall melting.

Five properties in Aitkin are listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the 1901 Patrick Casey House, the 1902 Potter/Casey Company Building, the 1911 Aitkin Carnegie Library, the 1916 Northern Pacific Depot, and the Aitkin County Courthouse and Jail (built in 1920 and 1915, respectively).

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.20 sqmi, all land.

The Mississippi River flows through the northern edge of Aitkin. The Ripple River and Sissabagamah Creek both flow nearby.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,165 people, 936 households, and 483 families residing in the city. The population density was 984.1 PD/sqmi. There were 1,097 housing units at an average density of 498.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.5% White, 0.8% African American, 1.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 936 households, of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 33.8% were married couples living together, 13.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.4% were non-families. 43.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 44.3 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.4% were from 25 to 44; 22% were from 45 to 64; and 27.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.3% male and 54.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,984 people, 892 households, and 434 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,150.3 PD/sqmi. There were 969 housing units at an average density of 561.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.33% White, 0.15% African American, 1.31% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.35% from other races, and 0.55% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.76% of the population. 30.4% were of German, 16.6% Swedish, 12.3% Norwegian and 6.5% Irish.

There were 892 households, out of which 22.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.5% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 51.3% were non-families. 46.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 30.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.03 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.8% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 17.6% from 45 to 64, and 32.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 76.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 69.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $47,574, and the median income for a family was $58,071. Males had a median income of $50,577 versus $31,641 for females. The per capita income for the city was $26,471. About 7.1% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.0% of those under age 18 and 20.9% of those age 65 or over.

Annual cultural events
The city's annual festivals include:
 * Riverboat Heritage Days - the first weekend in August.
 * The Aitkin County Fair - annually at the middle of July since 2008.
 * Ripplesippi Music Fest - in mid August.
 * Harvest Moon Brew Fest - in September
 * World Famous Fish House Parade takes place on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. This event was noted in a 2003 documentary which aired on the Home and Garden Channel in the United States.

Education
Aitkin Public Schools are part of the Aitkin Public School District. Aitkin High School educates students in grades seven through twelve in the Aitkin School District. Rippleside Elementary educates students grades preschool to sixth grade.

Transportation
The Aitkin Municipal Airport is located at the northeast side of the city of Aitkin.

Major highways
The following routes are located within the city of Aitkin:
 * [[Image:US 169 (MN).svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 169
 * [[Image:MN-47.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 47
 * [[Image:MN-210.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 210
 * [[Image:Aitkin County 1 MN.svg|20px]] Aitkin County Road 1
 * [[Image:Aitkin County 12 MN.svg|20px]] Aitkin County Road 12
 * Aitkin County Road 15
 * Aitkin County Road 41
 * Aitkin County Road 54

Media
The Aitkin Independent Age is a weekly newspaper in Aitkin. It was founded in 1883.

Notable people

 * Franklin E. Ebner, Minnesota legislator and lawyer
 * Jonathan Edwards: Singer/Songwriter, best known for his hit Sunshine
 * Leif Enger: American author
 * Francis Lee Jaques: American wildlife painter
 * Jean Keene: known nationwide as the "Eagle Lady" of the Homer Spit
 * Robert Kerlan: orthopedic surgeon known for his contributions to sports medicine
 * Gordon W. McKay: Oregon businessman and politician
 * Marlin B. Nelsen, Minnesota chiropractor and politician
 * David E. Rued, Minnesota politician, farmer, and educator
 * Warren William: notable Broadway and film actor with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
 * Edwin M. Wold, Minnesota politician and businessman

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Aitkin Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Aitkin Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 918 as of the 2020 census. The 2021 population estimate is 934.

History
Aitkin Township, Aitken County, is named after William Alexander Aitken, a fur trader for the American Fur Company which had a trading post at the confluence of the Mississippi and Ripple rivers. It was incorporated June 18, 1873.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 88.9 km2; of this, 83.2 km2 is land and 5.7 km2, or 6.40%, is water.

The city of Aitkin lies geographically within the township but is a separate entity.

Within the township, the wreck of the 1884 steamboat Andy Gibson is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 169 (MN).svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 169
 * [[Image:MN-47.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 47
 * [[Image:MN-210.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 210

Lakes

 * Bass Lake
 * Blue Lake (north quarter)
 * Cedar Lake (northeast half)
 * Dogfish Lake
 * Lily Lake
 * Pickerel Lake
 * Poor Farm Lake
 * Tarr Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Morrison Township (northeast)
 * Spencer Township (east)
 * Nordland Township (southeast)
 * Farm Island Township (south)
 * Deerwood Township, Crow Wing County (southwest)
 * Rabbit Lake Township, Crow Wing County (west)

Cemeteries
The township contains the following cemeteries: Lakeview and Saint Thomas.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 642 people, 267 households, and 190 families residing in the township. The population density was 19.8 people per square mile (7.6/km$2$). There were 356 housing units at an average density of 11.0/sq mi (4.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.35% White, 1.40% Native American, 0.47% Asian, and 0.78% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.09% of the population.

There were 267 households, out of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.8% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.5% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 18.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $34,250, and the median income for a family was $38,750. Males had a median income of $34,583 versus $20,769 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,896. About 4.0% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.8% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Ball Bluff Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Ball Bluff Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 270 as of the 2020 census. The 2021 population estimate is 274.

History
Ball Bluff is a corruption of Bald Bluff, a glacial morainic drift with a treeless, grassy top. It was incorporated May 26, 1900.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 91.2 km2, of which 87.9 km2 is land and 3.3 km2, or 3.62%, is water.

Major highways

 * [[Image:MN-65.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 65
 * [[Image:MN-200.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 200

Lakes

 * Hay Lake
 * Little Ball Bluff Lake (north quarter)
 * Vanduse Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Sago Township, Itasca County (north)
 * Wawina Township, Itasca County (northeast)
 * Cornish Township (south)
 * Verdon Township (southwest)

Cemeteries
The township contains Ball Bluff Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 300 people, 121 households, and 86 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.9 PD/sqmi. There were 207 housing units at an average density of 6.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.67% White, 0.67% Native American, and 0.67% from two or more races.

There were 121 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.0% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.9% were non-families. 25.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.7% under the age of 18, 4.7% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 31.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $33,750, and the median income for a family was $45,625. Males had a median income of $36,667 versus $21,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,602. About 19.6% of families and 28.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 47.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 10.5% of those 65 or over.


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Balsam Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Balsam Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 29 as of the 2020 census. The population in 2021 is estimated to be 29.

History
Balsam Township was named for two species of trees prevalent in the area, the balsam fir and balsam poplar. The Savanna Portage, a key passage from precontact Native American times into the early Euro-American settlement period, is preserved within Savanna Portage State Park and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 95.2 km2, of which 93.3 km2 is land and 1.9 km2, or 1.97%, is water.

Lakes

 * Little Prairie Lake
 * Little Savanna Lake
 * Loon Lake (east quarter)
 * Savanna Lake
 * Shumway Lake
 * Stony Lake
 * Wolf Lake (vast majority)

Adjacent townships

 * Halden Township, St. Louis County (northeast)
 * Prairie Lake Township, St. Louis County (east)
 * Beseman Township, Carlton County (southeast)
 * Haugen Township (south)
 * Shamrock Township (southwest)
 * Turner Township (west)
 * Cornish Township (northwest)

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 34 people, 16 households, and 11 families residing in the township. The population density was 0.9 people per square mile (0.4/km$2$). There were 43 housing units at an average density of 1.2/sq mi (0.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.94% of the population.

There were 16 households, out of which 12.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.8% were married couples living together, and 31.3% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.36.

In the township the population was spread out, with 14.7% under the age of 18, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 41.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 56 years. For every 100 females, there were 78.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $18,250, and the median income for a family was $17,500. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $8,973. There were 12.5% of families and 13.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 33.3% of those over 64.


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Beaver Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Beaver Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 53 as of the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 91.4 km2, all land.

Adjacent townships

 * Salo Township (north)
 * Automba Township, Carlton County (northeast)
 * Split Rock Township, Carlton County (east)
 * Birch Creek Township, Pine County (southeast)
 * Millward Township (south)
 * White Pine Township (southwest)
 * Rice River Township (west)
 * Spalding Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township contains Beaver Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 76 people, 34 households, and 19 families residing in the township. The population density was 2.2 PD/sqmi. There were 109 housing units at an average density of 3.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.05% White, 2.63% Native American, and 1.32% from two or more races.

There were 34 households, out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, and 44.1% were non-families. 35.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.89.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.4% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 34.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $32,500. Males had a median income of $20,000 versus $33,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,039. There were no families and 10.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 50.0% of those over 64.


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Clark Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Clark Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 169 as of the 2010 census.

History
Clark Township was named for Frank Clark, an early settler. It was incorporated May 27, 1902.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 83.5 km2, of which 82.2 km2 is land and 1.3 km2, or 1.57%, is water.

The city of Tamarack lies within the township but is a separate entity.

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-210.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 210

Lakes

 * Bone Lake
 * Clear Lake
 * Cranberry Lake
 * Douglas Lake
 * Kelly Lake
 * Kettle Lake
 * Little Lake
 * Louma Lake
 * Mud Lake
 * Nelson Lake
 * Rice Lake (vast majority)
 * Spruce Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Haugen Township (north)
 * Beseman Township, Carlton County (northeast)
 * Lakeview Township, Carlton County (east)
 * Salo Township (south)
 * Spalding Township (southwest)
 * McGregor Township (west)
 * Shamrock Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township contains Fairview Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 148 people, 55 households, and 37 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.7 PD/sqmi. There were 89 housing units at an average density of 2.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 87.16% White and 12.84% Native American.

There were 55 households, out of which 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.5% were married couples living together, and 32.7% were non-families. 30.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.69 and the average family size was 3.38.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.1% under the age of 18, 2.7% from 18 to 24, 23.6% from 25 to 44, 27.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $26,250, and the median income for a family was $36,250. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,591. There were 17.5% of families and 23.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including 33.3% of under eighteens and 19.2% of those over 64.


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Cornish Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Cornish Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 28 as of the 2010 census.

History
Cornish Township was named for Charles E. and Milo F. Cornish, early settlers. It was incorporated on August 6, 1906.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 92.9 km2, of which 89.0 km2 is land and 3.9 km2, or 4.22%, is water.

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-65.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 65

Lakes

 * Ball Bluff Lake
 * Bay Lake
 * Blackface Lake
 * Boot Lake
 * Cutaway Lake
 * Little Ball Bluff Lake (south three-quarters)
 * Little Red Horse Lake
 * Long Lake
 * Rat House Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Ball Bluff Township (north)
 * Balsam Township (southeast)
 * Turner Township (south)
 * Libby Township (southwest)
 * Verdon Township (west)

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 27 people, 13 households, and 10 families residing in the township. The population density was 0.8 PD/sqmi. There were 66 housing units at an average density of 1.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.70% of the population.

There were 13 households, out of which none had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.2% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.4% were non-families. 15.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.27.

In the township the population was spread out, with 7.4% from 18 to 24, 11.1% from 25 to 44, 51.9% from 45 to 64, and 29.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 61 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $28,500, and the median income for a family was $29,000. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,188. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.


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Farm Island Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Farm Island Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,099 as of the 2010 census.

Etymology
Farm Island takes its name from a lake island of the same name, which was cultivated by the Ojibwe people.

History
During the period 1896–1912, the community was served by a post office named Dorris. The community is still referred to by some as Dorris. The historic Cedar Lake Lutheran Church and adjacent cemetery are both locally referred to by the name Dorris. Early immigrants in the area include the Roms (Carlsons), Dummers, Rudes (Ruds) and Petersons. In 2006 the Rom Poultry Farm ended their egg business. Much of the land was originally transferred to the railroad, and subsequently sold to settlers. The terrain reminded the surveyors of Switzerland, and so named the Switzerland Trail (now Township Road 96).

The township's Pine-Hickory Lakes Roadside Parking Area was developed as a New Deal project from 1937 to 1938 and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 92.5 km2, of which 73.5 km2 is land and 19.0 km2, or 20.54%, is water. The terrain of the township contrasts with much of Aitkin County.

Major highway

 * [[Image:US 169 (MN).svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 169

Lakes

 * Anderson Lake
 * Apple Lake
 * Bachelor Lake
 * Black Shadow Lake
 * Blue Lake (south three-quarters)
 * Brennen Lake
 * Camp Lake
 * Carlson Lake
 * Cedar Lake (southeast half)
 * Christmas Lake
 * Diamond Lake
 * Drain Lake
 * Dummer Lake
 * Farm Island Lake (north three-quarters)
 * Hammal Lake
 * Hanging Kettle Lake
 * Hickory Lake
 * Hill Lake
 * Horseshoe Lake
 * Landgren Lake
 * Little Pete Lake
 * Little Pine Lake
 * Lake Four
 * Lake Three
 * Long Lake
 * Pine Island Lake
 * Prescott Lake
 * Ripple Lake (west edge)
 * Round Lake
 * Seth Lake (west edge)
 * Spirit Lake
 * Sunset Lake
 * Taylor Lake
 * Thornton Lake
 * Town Line Lake
 * Townhall Lake
 * Vorse Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Aitkin Township (north)
 * Spencer Township (northeast)
 * Nordland Township (east)
 * Wealthwood Township (southeast)
 * Hazelton Township (south)
 * Bay Lake Township, Crow Wing County (southwest)
 * Deerwood Township, Crow Wing County (west)
 * Rabbit Lake Township, Crow Wing County (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township contains these two cemeteries: Diamond Lake and Dorris.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,071 people, 434 households, and 335 families residing in the township. The population density was 38.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,116 housing units at an average density of 39.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.04% White, 0.28% African American, 0.28% Native American, 0.09% Asian, 0.56% from other races, and 0.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.19% of the population.

There were 434 households, out of which 25.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.4% were married couples living together, 3.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.8% were non-families. 19.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.79.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.5% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 20.4% from 25 to 44, 32.9% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $60,882, and the median income for a family was $74,375. Males had a median income of $64,000 versus $40,673 for females. The per capita income for the township was $30,067. About 6.6% of families and 7.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.7% of those under age 18 and 14.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Fleming Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Fleming Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 312 as of the 2010 census.

History
Fleming Township was named for an early settler. A post office in Fleming Lake operated from 1909 to 1930.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 94.0 km2, of which 87.0 km2 and 7.0 km2, or 7.40%, is water.

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-210.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 210

Lakes

 * Fleming Lake
 * French Lake
 * Gun Lake
 * Jenkins Lake
 * Long Lake
 * Town Line Lake (west edge)
 * Whispering Lake
 * Wilkins Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Logan Township (north)
 * Workman Township (northeast)
 * Jevne Township (east)
 * Kimberly Township (south)
 * Spencer Township (southwest)
 * Morrison Township (west)
 * Waukenabo Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township contains Fleming Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 327 people, 151 households, and 107 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.7 PD/sqmi. There were 481 housing units at an average density of 14.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.17% White, 0.92% African American, 0.31% Native American, and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.31% of the population.

There were 151 households, out of which 12.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.6% were married couples living together, 2.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.5% were non-families. 22.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.46.

In the township the population was spread out, with 12.5% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 19.0% from 25 to 44, 36.4% from 45 to 64, and 27.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $24,298. None of the families and 1.7% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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Glen Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Glen Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 450 as of the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 94.8 km2, of which 87.6 km2 is land and 7.2 km2, or 7.59%, is water. Located within and adjacent to Glen Township is an unincorporated community and business district, named Glen, with a restaurant, bar, garage, corner store and laundry.

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-47.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 47

Lakes

 * Clear Lake
 * Dam Lake (southwest quarter)
 * Johnson Lake
 * Lily Lake
 * Long Lake
 * Rabbit Lake
 * Spring Lake
 * Sugar Lake (north quarter)
 * Swamp Lake
 * Thirty-One Lake (vast majority)
 * Turtle Lake (east quarter)

Adjacent townships

 * Kimberly Township (north)
 * Lee Township (east)
 * Malmo Township (south)
 * Wealthwood Township (southwest)
 * Nordland Township (west)
 * Spencer Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township contains the following cemeteries: Rabbit Lake and Saron.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 442 people, 207 households, and 145 families residing in the township. The population density was 13.1 PD/sqmi. There were 563 housing units at an average density of 16.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.32% White, 0.23% Asian, 0.23% from other races, and 0.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.45% of the population.

There were 207 households, out of which 14.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.3% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.5% were non-families. 25.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.51.

In the township the population was spread out, with 15.8% under the age of 18, 2.9% from 18 to 24, 20.1% from 25 to 44, 34.6% from 45 to 64, and 26.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $32,500, and the median income for a family was $41,875. Males had a median income of $24,545 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,908. About 3.7% of families and 6.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.2% of those under age 18 and 3.5% of those age 65 or over.

title: Glen Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota


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Haugen Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota

Haugen Township is a township in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 178 at the 2010 census.

History
Haugen Township was named for county sheriff Christopher G. Haugen.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, Haugen Township has a total area of 94.3 km2, of which 92.7 km2 is land and 1.6 km2, or 1.69%, is water.

Lakes

 * Island Lake (east three-quarters)
 * Round Lake (east half)

Adjacent townships

 * Balsam Township (north)
 * Prairie Lake Township, St. Louis County (northeast)
 * Beseman Township, Carlton County (east)
 * Lakeview Township, Carlton County (southeast)
 * Clark Township (south)
 * McGregor Township (southwest)
 * Shamrock Township (west)
 * Turner Township (northwest)

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 163 people, 73 households and 50 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.6 per square mile (1.8/km$2$). There were 198 housing units at an average density of 5.5/sq mi (2.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.55% White, 1.84% Native American, and 0.61% from two or more races.

There were 73 households, of which 16.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.9% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.5% were non-families. 24.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.68.

16.6% of the population were under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 19.6% from 25 to 44, 29.4% from 45 to 64, and 27.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 119.4 males.

The median household income was $36,250 and the median family income was $43,750. Males had a median income of $26,250 and females $30,000. The per capita income was $20,246. About 10.4% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.