Matteson Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Matteson Township, Michigan
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Location within Branch County
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 Matteson Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Matteson Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Branch |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.3 sq mi (94.0 km2) |
| • Land | 35.8 sq mi (92.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km2) |
| Elevation | 906 ft (276 m) |
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| • Total | 1,173 |
| • Density | 32.320/sq mi (12.479/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 26-52400 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626711 |
Matteson Township is a special kind of local government area called a township. It is located in Branch County, Michigan, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,173 people lived there.
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Exploring Matteson Township
Matteson Township is mostly made up of farmland. It does not have any big cities or towns inside its borders. The only small community you will find there is called Matteson.
Where is Matteson Township?
Matteson Township covers an area of about 94 square kilometers (about 36 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The township has several small streams and creeks. Most of the water flows into Little Swan Creek. This creek then joins the St. Joseph River. Another part of the township also drains into Swan Creek.
Who Lives in Matteson Township?
The number of people living in Matteson Township has changed a little over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 1,285 | — | |
| 2010 | 1,218 | −5.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,173 | −3.7% | |
In 2000, there were 1,285 people living in the township. These people lived in 493 homes, and 371 of those were families.
The people living in Matteson Township come from different backgrounds. Most residents are White. A small number of people are African American, Native American, or from other backgrounds. Some residents also identify as Hispanic or Latino.
Daily Life in Matteson Township
Many homes in Matteson Township have children under 18 living there. A large number of homes are made up of married couples. Some homes have a single parent, usually a mother, raising children.
The age of people in the township varies. About 25% of the population is under 18 years old. Around 12% are 65 years old or older. The average age in the township is about 38 years.
In 2000, the average income for a family in Matteson Township was about $47,500 per year. A small number of families and people lived below the poverty line. This included some children and older adults.
