Caldwell Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Caldwell Township, Michigan
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Left: location within Missaukee County and an administered portion of the Jennings CDP (pink); right: location within the state of Michigan
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 Caldwell Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Caldwell Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Missaukee |
| Established | 1872 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.59 sq mi (92.2 km2) |
| • Land | 34.21 sq mi (88.6 km2) |
| • Water | 1.38 sq mi (3.6 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,273 ft (388 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,394 |
| • Density | 40.7/sq mi (15.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes | |
| Area code(s) | 231 |
| FIPS code | 26-113-12440 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626018 |
Caldwell Township is a small community located in Missaukee County, Michigan, in the United States. It is a type of local government area called a civil township. Caldwell Township was established in 1872. In 2020, about 1,394 people lived there. It is known for its beautiful lakes and natural areas.
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Exploring Caldwell Township's Geography
Caldwell Township covers an area of about 35.59 square miles (92.18 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 34.21 square miles (88.60 square kilometers). The rest, about 1.38 square miles (3.57 square kilometers), is water.
The northern part of Lake Missaukee reaches into Caldwell Township. This large lake is a popular spot for outdoor activities. The southern part of the township has many smaller lakes. These include Twin Lake, Dyer Lake, Goose Lake, and part of Crooked Lake. These lakes make the area very scenic.
Main Roads in Caldwell Township
Two main roads help people travel through Caldwell Township.
- M-42 goes from east to west across the township.
- M-66 forms the eastern border of the township.
Communities in Caldwell Township
Caldwell Township is home to a few smaller communities. These places are not officially separate cities or towns.
- Arlene is an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses without its own local government. A post office opened in Arlene in 1903.
- Jennings is another unincorporated community. Part of Jennings is located within Caldwell Township.
- The city of Lake City is right next to the township, to the southeast.
Caldwell Township's Population Over Time
The population of Caldwell Township has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's how it has grown and shrunk since 1880:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 104 | — | |
| 1890 | 405 | 289.4% | |
| 1900 | 708 | 74.8% | |
| 1910 | 687 | −3.0% | |
| 1920 | 561 | −18.3% | |
| 1930 | 377 | −32.8% | |
| 1940 | 566 | 50.1% | |
| 1950 | 516 | −8.8% | |
| 1960 | 436 | −15.5% | |
| 1970 | 511 | 17.2% | |
| 1980 | 856 | 67.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,104 | 29.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,363 | 23.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,317 | −3.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,394 | 5.8% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,363 people living in the township. There were 523 households, which are groups of people living together. About 33.8% of these households had children under 18.
The average age of people in the township in 2000 was 36 years old. About 27.9% of the population was under 18 years old. About 14.7% of the population was 65 years or older.
By 2007, the population had grown slightly to 1,423 people. This showed a growth of about 4.40% since 2000. The cost of living in Caldwell Township is generally lower than the average for the United States.
