Cambridge Township, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cambridge Township, Michigan
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Township Offices along M-50
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Location within Lenawee County (red) and the administered village of Onsted (pink)
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 Cambridge Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Cambridge Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Lenawee |
| Established | 1835 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.5 sq mi (91.9 km2) |
| • Land | 32.0 sq mi (82.9 km2) |
| • Water | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 971 ft (296 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,722 |
| • Density | 161.18/sq mi (62.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) | |
| Area code(s) | 517 |
| FIPS code | 26-12720 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626026 |
Cambridge Township is a special kind of local area, like a small town, located in Lenawee County, Michigan. It's part of the United States. In 2020, about 5,722 people lived here.
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Communities in Cambridge Township
Cambridge Township is home to a few interesting places.
Onsted Village
The village of Onsted is found in the southern part of the township. It's a key community within Cambridge Township.
Springville: A Historic Spot
Springville is a small, unincorporated community located along M-50. This road runs through the middle of the township. Springville once had its own post office. It was open for many years, from 1835 until 1905.
The Land and Water of Cambridge Township
Cambridge Township covers a total area of about 35.5 square miles (91.9 square kilometers).
How Much Land and Water?
Most of this area is land, about 32.0 square miles (82.9 square kilometers). The rest is water, which makes up about 3.5 square miles (9.0 square kilometers). This means nearly 10% of the township is covered by water.
Who Lives in Cambridge Township?
Let's look at the people who call Cambridge Township home.
Population Facts
In 2000, there were 5,299 people living in the township. These people lived in 1,996 households, with 1,566 of them being families. The population density was about 165 people per square mile. This tells us how many people live in a certain amount of space.
Homes and Families
There were 2,686 housing units in the township. A housing unit is a place where people live, like a house or apartment.
Many households, about 33.9%, had children under 18 living with them. Most households, 68.8%, were married couples living together. About 21.5% of households were not families. This means they might be single people or roommates.
Age Groups in the Township
The people in Cambridge Township come from all age groups.
- About 25.8% of the population was under 18 years old.
- Around 6.1% were young adults, aged 18 to 24.
- A large group, 27.8%, were between 25 and 44 years old.
- Another big group, 29.1%, were aged 45 to 64.
- About 11.3% of the population was 65 years or older.
The average age in the township was 40 years old. This gives us an idea of the general age of the residents.
Income and Well-being
In 2000, the average income for a household was $59,450 per year. For families, the average income was $70,246. These numbers show how much money households and families earned. The income per person was about $26,705. A small number of families and people were living with lower incomes.
Famous People from Cambridge Township
- Lyster Hoxie Dewey: He was a well-known botanist, which means he was a scientist who studied plants.
Images for kids
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The Irish Hills Towers are a famous landmark near Cambridge Township.
