Colfax, Michigan
Colfax: Township in Oceana County, Michigan
About
Colfax is a township located in the county of Oceana in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,403 and a population density of 39 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,328 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Colfax
| Population : | 1,328 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Michigan (United States) |
| County : | Oceana County |
| Area : | 35.9 km2 |
| Altitude : | 892 feet / 272 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Detroit |
| Local time : | 10:17:07 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 37 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -5.65% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Colfax is located at 43°44'36"N 86°4'45"W (43.7433400, -86.0792300).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Colfax decreased by 5.65% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 1,403 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,400 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,390 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,383 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,373 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,366 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,355 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,355 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,344 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,336 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,328 | -0.6% | estimation process |
Schools in Colfax
College & universities near Colfax, MI
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172671 | West Shore Community College | Scottville (MI) | 49454-0277 |
Stations (10)
Amtrak & bus stations near Colfax, MI
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| REE | Reed City, Michigan | US 10 & 220th Ave. | BUS |
| BGP | Big Rapids, Michigan | 14342 Northland Dr. | BUS |
| HWC | Howard City, Michigan | 130 North Ensley St. | BUS |
| CLC | Cadillac, Michigan | 1202 North Mitchell St. | BUS |
| RKF | Rockford, Michigan | US 131 & 10 Mile Road NE | BUS |
Post offices near Colfax
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Walkervill Post Office | Walkerville (MI) | 49459 |
Other places with the same name (9)
- Colfax , Washington city in Washington, United States with a population of 2,787 people.
- Colfax , Iowa city in Jasper County, Iowa with a population of 2,050 people.
- Colfax , California city in California, USA with a population of 2,009 people.
- Colfax , Louisiana parish seat in Louisiana, United States. with a population of 1,431 people.
- Colfax , Wisconsin village in Dunn County, Wisconsin with a population of 1,244 people.
- Colfax , Illinois village in McLean County, Illinois, United States with a population of 1,009 people.
- Colfax , North Dakota city in Richland County, North Dakota, United States with a population of 242 people.
- Colfax , Indiana town in Perry Township, Clinton County, Indiana, United States with a population of 197 people.
Other cities in Oceana County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Oceana County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hart | 1,879 | City in Michigan |
| Ferry | 1,314 | Township of Michigan |
| Weare | 1,235 | Township in Oceana County, Michigan, United States |
| Elbridge | 995 | Township in Oceana County, Michigan |
| Pentwater | 858 | Township in Oceana County, Michigan |
| Rothbury | 456 | Human settlement in Oceana County, Michigan, United States of America |
| New Era | 440 | Human settlement in Oceana County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Walkerville | 266 | Human settlement in Oceana County, Michigan, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Colfax distances to largest Michigan cities
