Tilden Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Tilden Township, Michigan
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Location within Marquette County (red) and a small administered portion of the West Ishpeming community (pink)
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 Tilden Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Tilden Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Marquette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 95.90 sq mi (248.4 km2) |
| • Land | 89.80 sq mi (232.6 km2) |
| • Water | 6.10 sq mi (15.8 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,424 ft (434 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,045 |
| • Density | 11.6/sq mi (4.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes | |
| Area code(s) | 906 |
| FIPS code | 26-103-79780 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1627165 |
Tilden Township is a small community located in Marquette County, Michigan. It is a type of local government area known as a civil township. In 2020, about 1,045 people lived here.
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What is Tilden Township?
Tilden Township is a part of Marquette County in the state of Michigan. It's like a local district with its own government. The township is managed by a supervisor, Lori Kulju, and a clerk, Jason Brown.
Where is Tilden Township Located?
Tilden Township is in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It's found in the western part of Marquette County. The township is close to the cities of Ishpeming and Negaunee.
How Big is Tilden Township?
The total area of Tilden Township is about 95.90 square miles (248.4 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, around 89.80 square miles (232.6 square kilometers). The rest, about 6.10 square miles (15.8 square kilometers), is water.
Communities in Tilden Township
- National Mine is a small, unincorporated community within the township. It is located just south of the city of Ishpeming. An unincorporated community means it's a recognized place but doesn't have its own separate local government.
Who Lives in Tilden Township?
In 2000, there were 1,003 people living in Tilden Township. The population density was about 10.6 people per square mile. Most of the people living here were White.
Age and Families
The population in Tilden Township includes people of all ages. In 2000, about 22.7% of the people were under 18 years old. About 11.8% were 65 years old or older. The average age of people in the township was 40 years. Many families live in the township, with about 63.9% being married couples.
Income and Living
In 2000, the average income for a household in Tilden Township was $43,450 per year. For families, the average income was $45,833. A small number of families and individuals lived below the poverty line.
