Hubbell, Michigan facts for kids
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Hubbell, Michigan
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Location within Houghton County
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 Hubbell, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Hubbell, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Houghton |
| Townships | Torch Lake and Osceola |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.88 sq mi (4.86 km2) |
| • Land | 1.87 sq mi (4.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 908 |
| • Density | 486.34/sq mi (187.73/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
49934
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| Area code(s) | 906 |
| FIPS code | 26-39680 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0628746 |
Hubbell is a small community in Houghton County, in the state of Michigan. It is known as an "unincorporated community" and a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a recognized area with its own identity, but it doesn't have its own city government like a town or city.
As of the 2020 census, about 908 people lived in Hubbell. This number has gone down a bit over the years. The community is located on the west side of Torch Lake. It's about 2 miles (3.2 km) southwest of Lake Linden. Hubbell got its name from Jay Abel Hubbell, who was a U.S. Representative (a type of politician) from the area many years ago. The local ZIP code for Hubbell is 49934.
Where is Hubbell?
Hubbell is found in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It sits right on the edge of Torch Lake, which is a beautiful body of water. The main road through the community is M-26.
The total area of Hubbell is about 1.88 square miles (4.9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Hubbell?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 1,105 | — | |
| 2010 | 946 | −14.4% | |
| 2020 | 908 | −4.0% | |
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The population of Hubbell has changed over time. In 2000, there were 1,105 people. By 2010, it was 946, and in 2020, it was 908.
Many different backgrounds make up the community. In 2000, most people were White. There were also small numbers of people who identified as Black, Native American, or Asian. Some residents were also of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
Many families live in Hubbell. In 2000, about one-third of households had children under 18 living there. The average household had about 2.5 people. The average family had nearly 3 people.
The age of people in Hubbell varies. In 2000, about 23.5% of the population was under 18. About 21.3% were 65 years old or older. The median age was 41 years, meaning half the people were older and half were younger than 41.
Hubbell's Climate
Hubbell has a humid continental climate. This means it experiences all four seasons with big changes in temperature. Summers are usually warm, and can sometimes be humid. Winters are cold, and can be very cold, with lots of snow. This type of climate is common in many parts of the northern United States.
See also
In Spanish: Hubbell (Míchigan) para niños
