Port Huron Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Port Huron Charter Township, Michigan
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Charter township
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Location within St. Clair County
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 Port Huron Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | St. Clair |
| Established | 1827 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.1 sq mi (33.9 km2) |
| • Land | 12.9 sq mi (33.5 km2) |
| • Water | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km2) |
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 10,792 |
| • Density | 824/sq mi (318.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48060
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| Area code(s) | 810 |
| FIPS code | 26-65840 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626933 |
Port Huron Charter Township is a special kind of town called a charter township in St. Clair County, Michigan, in the United States. In 2020, about 10,792 people lived here. It's right next to the city of Port Huron.
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Exploring Port Huron Township
Port Huron Charter Township is a vibrant community in Michigan. It was officially established in 1827. The township is led by a Supervisor, currently Robert Lewandowski, Jr. This area is known for its friendly neighborhoods and connection to the nearby city of Port Huron.
Local Communities in the Township
Within Port Huron Charter Township, there are two smaller, unincorporated communities. These are places where people live, but they don't have their own separate local governments like a city or village.
- South Park is one of these communities. It sits at an elevation of about 607 feet (185 meters).
- Tappan is another community. You can find it south of I-69, near Michigan and Griswold roads, right by the train tracks. Tappan is a bit higher up, at about 620 feet (189 meters) above sea level.
Geography and Land Area
Port Huron Charter Township covers a total area of about 13.1 square miles (33.9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 12.9 square miles (33.5 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.2 square miles (0.5 square kilometers), is water. This means the township has a mix of land and some water features.
Population and People
The township is home to many families and individuals. In 2000, there were 8,615 people living here. By 2020, the population had grown to 10,792 people.
Many different people make up the community. Most residents are White, but there are also African American, Native American, and Asian people living here. Some residents identify as Hispanic or Latino.
Families are a big part of the township. In 2000, about 34% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households were married couples, while others were single-parent families or individuals living alone.
The population includes people of all ages. About 25% of residents are under 18 years old. There's a good mix of young adults, middle-aged people, and seniors aged 65 and older. The average age in 2000 was 37 years old.
