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Marquette, MI

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Population
21,944
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
664 ft
Median Home Value
$274,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,011/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$55,613
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Marquette in context.

OverallBest places in MichiganPopulation rankingHighest population places in MichiganNearest larger communityGreen Bay, Wisconsin143 miles away · 106,675 residents.

About Marquette

Marquette is the largest city in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and sits on the shore of Lake Superior. Its modern development began after iron deposits were found near Teal Lake in the 1840s, tying the city to mining, shipping, and the lake. Northern Michigan University gives Marquette a college-town presence, while theaters, trails, beaches, and winter sports keep local life active year-round. Marquette feels remote but substantial: a Lake Superior regional hub with real culture, outdoor access, and a strong U.P. identity.

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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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