Lincoln Township, Newaygo County, Michigan facts for kids
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Lincoln Township, Michigan
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 Lincoln Township, Newaygo County, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Lincoln Township, Newaygo County, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Newaygo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.6 sq mi (92.2 km2) |
| • Land | 35.1 sq mi (90.9 km2) |
| • Water | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km2) |
| Elevation | 961 ft (293 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,292 |
| • Density | 36.29/sq mi (14.013/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 26-47700 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626624 |
Lincoln Township is a local government area in Newaygo County, which is part of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is known as a civil township. In 2020, a count of the population showed that 1,292 people lived in Lincoln Township.
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Places in Lincoln Township
Aetna: A Small Community
Aetna is a small, unincorporated community located in the southwest part of Lincoln Township. It sits along M-20, a state highway. The community was started in 1867 by people who operated sawmills. Aetna even had its own post office for many years, from 1870 until 1914.
Geography of Lincoln Township
Lincoln Township covers a total area of about 35.6 square miles (which is 92.2 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 35.1 square miles (90.9 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.5 square miles (1.2 square kilometers), is water. This means that a small part of the township is made up of lakes or rivers.
Who Lives in Lincoln Township?
Population and Households
Based on a count taken in 2000, there were 1,338 people living in Lincoln Township. These people lived in 505 different households, and 374 of these were families. A household is a group of people living together in one home.
The population density was about 38 people per square mile. This means that, on average, 38 people lived in every square mile of land in the township. There were also about 850 housing units, which are places where people can live.
A Mix of People
The people living in Lincoln Township come from many different backgrounds. Most residents are White. There are also people who identify as African American, Native American, and Asian. Some residents are from other racial backgrounds, and some identify with two or more races. A small percentage of the population is of Hispanic or Latino origin.
Families and Ages
Many households in Lincoln Township have children under 18 living with them. Most families are married couples living together. Some households are led by a single parent, and some are made up of individuals living alone.
The population includes people of all ages. About 29% of the people are under 18 years old. About 13% are 65 years old or older. The average age of people in the township was 38 years old.
Income and Economy
In 2000, the average income for a household in Lincoln Township was about $35,739 per year. For families, the average income was around $40,677 per year.
The average income for each person in the township was about $15,697. A small number of families and individuals lived below the poverty line. This means their income was below a certain level, making it hard to afford basic needs.
