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Houghton, MI

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Population
8,560
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
634 ft
Median Home Value
$254,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$978/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$43,456
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MichiganPopulation rankingHighest population places in MichiganNearest larger communityMarquette, Michigan68 miles away · 21,944 residents.

About Houghton

Houghton is the largest city and the county seat of Houghton County, Michigan, located on the Keweenaw Peninsula. Situated along the Keweenaw Waterway in the historic Copper Country region of the Upper Peninsula, the city of approximately 8,474 is home to Michigan Technological University, founded in 1885. The community is locally famous for its annual Winter Carnival and is served by the Houghton-Portage Township School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Earthquake Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0rating

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