Chester, Michigan
Chester: township in Eaton County, Michigan
About
Chester is a township located in the county of Eaton in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,017 and a population density of 56 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,058 inhabitants.
The township was created 187 years ago in 1838.
Quick Facts about Chester
| Population | 2,058 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Eaton County |
| Area | 36.1 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6059,-84.9147 |
| Altitude | 912 feet / 278 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1839 (187 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 21:42:58 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 57 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.99% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Chester is located at 42°36'21"N 84°54'53"W (42.6058700, -84.9147100).
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Weather
78°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
12 to 15 mph SW
Tuesday
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Chester increased by 1.99% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,017 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,033 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,047 | 0.68% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,059 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,071 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,071 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,063 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,061 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,054 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,057 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,058 | 0.05% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Chester, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 171599 | Olivet College | Olivet (MI) | 49076 |
Nearby Transit Stations (14)
Rail and bus stations connected to Chester, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LNS | East Lansing station | 1240 South Harrison Road | RAIL |
| BTL | Battle Creek Transportation Center | 104 Capital Ave. S.W. | RAIL |
| ALI | Albion station | 300 North Eaton St. | RAIL |
| JXN | Jackson station | 501 E. Michigan Ave. | RAIL |
| KAL | Kalamazoo Transportation Center | 459 North Burdick St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Chester.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Charl Post Office | Charlotte (MI) | 48813 |
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- Chester, Illinois city in Illinois with a population of 8,145 people.
- Chester, South Carolina small rural city in Chester County, South Carolina, United States with a population of 5,363 people.
- Chester, New Hampshire human settlement in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States of America with a population of 5,278 people.
- Chester, Connecticut town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States with a population of 4,175 people.
- Chester, Pennsylvania city in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 4,072 people.
- Chester, New York village in Orange County, New York with a population of 3,247 people.
- Chester, Ohio human settlement in Ohio, United States of America with a population of 3,107 people.
- Chester, Vermont town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States with a population of 3,018 people.
- Chester, West Virginia city in West Virginia, USA with a population of 2,313 people.
- Chester, New Jersey borough in Morris County, New Jersey with a population of 1,620 people.
- Chester, Georgia city in Dodge County, Georgia, United States with a population of 1,560 people.
- Chester, Massachusetts town in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States with a population of 1,365 people.
- Chester, Indiana city in United States of America with a population of 938 people.
- Chester, Montana town in and the county seat of Liberty County, Montana, United States with a population of 870 people.
- Chester, South Dakota township in Lake County, South Dakota with a population of 765 people.
- Chester, Maine town of the United States with a population of 523 people.
- Chester, Minnesota unincorporated community in Olmsted County, Minnesota with a population of 456 people.
- Chester, Texas town in Tyler County, Texas, United States with a population of 310 people.
- Chester, Nebraska human settlement in Thayer County, Nebraska, United States of America with a population of 218 people.
- Chester, Arkansas city in Arkansas with a population of 159 people.
- Chester, Iowa city in Howard County, Iowa, United States with a population of 120 people.
Other cities in Eaton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Eaton County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 9,052 | County seat of Eaton County, Michigan |
| Grand Ledge | 7,881 | City in Michigan, United States of America |
| Eaton Rapids | 4,194 | City in Eaton County, Michigan, United States |
| Potterville | 2,765 | City in Eaton County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Waverly | 2,537 | City in Bremer County, Iowa, United States |
| Kalamo | 1,880 | Township in Eaton County, Michigan |
| Olivet | 1,858 | City in Michigan, United States of America |
| Bellevue | 1,299 | Village in Michigan, United States |
| Dimondale | 1,256 | City in Eaton County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Vermontville | 770 | Township in Eaton County, Michigan |
| Brookfield | 698 | Township in Eaton County, Michigan |
| Sunfield | 587 | Township in Eaton County, Michigan |
| Mulliken | 560 | City in Eaton County, Michigan, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Chester distances to largest Michigan cities