Pulaski Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Pulaski Township, Michigan
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Location within Jackson County
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 Pulaski Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Pulaski Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Jackson |
| Established | 1837 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.68 sq mi (95.0 km2) |
| • Land | 36.18 sq mi (93.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0.50 sq mi (1.3 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,883 |
| • Density | 51.336/sq mi (19.821/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) | |
| Area code(s) | 517 |
| FIPS code | 26-66440 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626944 |
Pulaski Township is a civil township located in Jackson County, Michigan. It's in the southern part of the state. As of the 2020 census, about 1,883 people call Pulaski Township home. The township was officially established in 1837.
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Exploring Pulaski Township's Location
Where is Pulaski Township?
Pulaski Township is in the southwest corner of Jackson County. It shares borders with two other counties. To the west, you'll find Calhoun County. To the south, it borders Hillsdale County.
Land and Water in the Township
The township covers a total area of about 36.68 square miles. Most of this area, about 36.18 square miles, is land. The remaining 0.50 square miles is water. This means a small part of the township is made up of lakes or rivers.
Rivers Flowing Through Pulaski
The area is drained by branches of the Kalamazoo River. The South Branch of the river flows through the southwestern and southeastern parts of the township. The North Branch of the river flows just to the north of the township. These rivers are important natural features of the area.
Wheelerton Station: A Historical Spot
Wheelerton Station was once a train station. It was located in a small area within Pulaski Township called the Pulaski hamlet. Train stations were very important for travel and trade in the past.
Who Lives in Pulaski Township?
Population Numbers
According to the census from 2000, there were 1,931 people living in Pulaski Township. These people lived in 700 different households. Out of these, 546 were families.
Homes and Households
There were 769 housing units in the township. A housing unit is a house, apartment, or other place where people live.
Diversity in the Community
The people living in Pulaski Township come from different backgrounds. In 2000, most residents were White. A small number of residents were African American, Native American, or from other races. Some residents identified as being from two or more races. A small percentage of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Pulaski
The population of Pulaski Township includes people of all ages.
- About 28.0% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 7.3% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 28.1% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 25.8% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 10.8% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in the township was 37 years. This means half the people were younger than 37, and half were older.
