Alpha, Michigan
Alpha: village in Michigan
About
Alpha is a village located in the county of Iron in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 145 and a population density of 56 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 135 inhabitants.
The village was created 143 years ago in 1882.
Quick Facts about Alpha
| Population | 135 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Iron County |
| Postal code | 49902 |
| Area | 2.58 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.0438,-88.3771 |
| Altitude | 1,424 feet / 434 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1883 (143 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:36:47 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 52 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.41% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 68℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Alpha is located at 46°2'38"N 88°22'37"W (46.0438400, -88.3770800).
Alpha map
Weather
Sunny, with a high near 68. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Alpha decreased by 7.41% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 145 | - | census |
| 2011 | 144 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 141 | -2.13% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 141 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 139 | -1.44% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 138 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 136 | -1.47% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 135 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 135 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 134 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 135 | 0.74% | estimation process |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Alpha, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN | L'Anse, MI | 102 North Main Street | BUS |
| MQT | Marquette, Michigan | 1325 Commerce Drive | BUS |
| EMI | Escanaba, Michigan | 2901 27th Avenue North | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Alpha.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha Post Office | Alpha (MI) | 49902 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Alpha, New Jersey borough in Warren County, New Jersey with a population of 2,263 people.
- Alpha, Illinois city in Illinois, United States of America with a population of 626 people.
- Alpha, Minnesota city in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 119 people.
Other cities in Iron County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Iron County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Falls | 1,651 | City in and county seat of Iron County, Michigan, United States |
| Elmwood | 1,134 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Caspian | 845 | City in Iron County in the U. |
| Mastodon | 616 | Township in Iron County, Michigan |
| Gaastra | 324 | City in Iron County, Michigan, United States |
| Mansfield | 227 | Township in Iron County, Michigan |