Plainfield Township, Iosco County, Michigan facts for kids
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Plainfield Township, Michigan
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Location within Iosco County (red) and an administered portion of the Sand Lake CDP (pink)
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 Plainfield Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Plainfield Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Iosco |
| Area | |
| • Total | 107.6 sq mi (278.7 km2) |
| • Land | 103.8 sq mi (268.8 km2) |
| • Water | 3.8 sq mi (9.9 km2) |
| Elevation | 850 ft (259 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,350 |
| • Density | 31.13/sq mi (12.020/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 989 |
| FIPS code | 26-64640 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626911 |
Plainfield Township is a community located in Iosco County, in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is a type of local government area called a civil township.
In 2020, about 3,350 people lived in Plainfield Township. This number was a bit lower than in 2010, when 3,799 people lived there.
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Exploring Plainfield Township Communities
Plainfield Township is home to a few smaller communities. Each one has its own unique history or features.
Esmond: A Historic Post Office Location
Esmond was once the name of a post office in Plainfield Township. It operated for a short time, from 1886 until 1889.
Hale: Home of the Iosco County Fair
Hale is a small community found within the township. You can find it where M-65 and Esmond Road meet. The Iosco County Fairgrounds are located in Hale, which is a popular spot for local events.
Long Lake: A Lakeside Community
Long Lake is another small community in the township. It is located on the western side of a lake also named Long Lake, northwest of Hale. There is a post office here with the ZIP code 48743. This post office serves the area northwest of the lake.
South Branch: Near the County Border
South Branch is a community that does not have its own local government. It is located in the northwest part of Plainfield Township. This community is right along the border with Ogemaw County.
Plainfield Township's Geography and Land
Plainfield Township covers a total area of about 107.6 square miles (278.7 square kilometers). Most of this area is land.
About 103.8 square miles (268.8 square kilometers) of the township is land. The remaining 3.8 square miles (9.9 square kilometers) is water. This means about 3.56% of the township's total area is covered by water.
Understanding Plainfield Township's Population
The population of Plainfield Township has changed over the years. Here's a look at some facts about the people who live there.
Population Numbers and Changes
In 2000, there were 4,292 people living in the township. By 2020, this number had decreased to 3,350 people. This shows a change in the number of residents over time.
Who Lives in Plainfield Township?
In 2000, most of the people living in Plainfield Township were White, making up about 97.60% of the population. There were also smaller percentages of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. Some people identified as being from other races or from two or more races. A small percentage of the population, 0.70%, identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in the Township
The population in Plainfield Township includes people of all ages. In 2000:
- About 21.0% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 4.1% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 20.3% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 29.3% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 25.3% were 65 years old or older.
The median age in the township was 49 years. This means that half the population was younger than 49, and half was older.
