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Otter Lake, MI

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Population
357
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
869 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$101,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,292/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$42,969
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Otter Lake

Straddling the border of Lapeer and Genesee counties, Otter Lake is a quiet Michigan village with a population of just over 400 people. Named in the 1830s when an early settler spotted five otters swimming in the water, the town has settled into a peaceful lakeside community. Daily life centers around the lake, with residents spending summers boating, fishing, and relaxing at the village park and campground. The area is also popular with walkers and cyclists thanks to the Southern Links Trailway, a scenic paved trail connecting the village to neighboring Columbiaville and Millington.

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Lower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+97.8ratingLow Heat ImpactA+97.1rating

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