Escanaba Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Escanaba Township, Michigan
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Location within Delta County
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 Escanaba Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Escanaba Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Delta |
| Area | |
| • Total | 60.3 sq mi (156.2 km2) |
| • Land | 59.6 sq mi (154.3 km2) |
| • Water | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km2) |
| Elevation | 774 ft (236 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,496 |
| • Density | 57.98/sq mi (22.382/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
49818, 49829, 49837
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| Area code(s) | 906 |
| FIPS code | 26-26380 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626248 |
Escanaba Township is a special kind of local government area called a civil township in Delta County, Michigan. It's a place where people live and work, and it has its own local leaders.
The township is named after the Escanaba River, which is a big part of the area's history and nature. The nearby City of Escanaba is also named after the river. Even though the city is right next to the township, it has its own separate government.
In 2020, about 3,496 people lived in Escanaba Township. This was a small increase from the 3,482 people counted in 2010.
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Exploring Escanaba Township's Communities
Escanaba Township is home to a few smaller places where people live. These are called "unincorporated communities," which means they don't have their own separate local government like a city or village.
Chandler: A Historic Community
- Chandler is one of these communities. It was started a long time ago, back in 1898. You can find Chandler at these coordinates: 45°52′12″N 87°09′21″W / 45.87000°N 87.15583°W.
West Gladstone: Another Local Spot
- West Gladstone is another unincorporated community within the township. It's a place where people live and are part of the larger Escanaba Township area.
Understanding Escanaba Township's Geography
Escanaba Township is located in a beautiful part of Michigan. It has a mix of land and water, which makes it a great place for outdoor activities.
Land and Water Area
The township covers a total area of about 60.3 square miles (156.2 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 59.6 square miles (154.3 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.8 square miles (1.9 square kilometers), is water. This water includes parts of rivers or lakes that are within the township's borders.
Who Lives in Escanaba Township?
Learning about the people who live in a place is called demographics. It helps us understand the community better.
Population and Age Groups
In 2000, there were about 3,587 people living in Escanaba Township. The people living here are of all different ages.
- About 27% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 28% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- Another 29% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 9% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in the township was about 39 years old. This shows a good mix of families and older adults living in the area.
