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Ishpeming, MI

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Population
6,205
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,413 ft
Median Home Value
$111,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$733/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,754
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Ishpeming

Located in Michigan's central Upper Peninsula, Ishpeming is a historic iron-range town of about 6,000 residents with deep roots and a strong winter sports heritage. Known as the birthplace of organized skiing in the United States, the city is home to the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame alongside the famous Suicide Hill ski jump. Surrounded by rugged hills and quiet forests, it offers a relaxed, small-town atmosphere just fifteen miles west of Marquette.

Ishpeming (city), MI location

Families moving to the area have good schooling options through the Ishpeming Public and nearby NICE Community school districts. Everyday life centers around a compact downtown, neighborhood parks, and four-season outdoor spots like the Al Quaal Recreation Area and Lake Bancroft. With mountain biking trails for the summer and cross-country skiing in the winter, Ishpeming delivers easy access to classic Upper Peninsula living alongside affordable housing and quick commutes.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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