Laurium, Michigan
Laurium: village in Michigan, USA
About
Laurium is a town located in the county of Houghton in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,977. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,872 inhabitants.
The town was created 149 years ago in 1876.
Quick Facts about Laurium
| Population | 1,872 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Houghton County |
| Postal code | 49913 |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 47.2374,-88.4432 |
| Named for | Lavrio |
| Altitude | 1,224 feet / 373 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1877 (149 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 00:57:25 (23rd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -5.61% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 60℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Laurium is located at 47°14'15"N 88°26'35"W (47.2374300, -88.4431700).
Laurium map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 60.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Laurium decreased by 5.61% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,977 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,987 | 0.5% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,976 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,965 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,951 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,933 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,933 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,930 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,905 | -1.31% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,898 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,872 | -1.39% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Laurium, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 171128 | Michigan Technological University | Houghton (MI) | 49931-1295 |
| 172440 | Finlandia University | Hancock (MI) | 49930-1832 |
| 461315 | Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College | Baraga (MI) | 49908-0000 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Laurium, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HGH | Houghton, Michigan | Townsend Drive and Hubbell Street | BUS |
| HKM | Hancock, MI | 125 Quincy Street | BUS |
| LAN | L'Anse, MI | 102 North Main Street | BUS |
| MQT | Marquette, Michigan | 1325 Commerce Drive | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Laurium.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Laurium Post Office | Laurium (MI) | 49913 |
Other cities in Houghton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Houghton County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Wyandotte | 24,707 | Town in Michigan, USA |
| Boston | 5,825 | Township in Ionia County, Michigan |
| Chassell | 1,725 | Township in Houghton County, Michigan |
| Superior | 1,299 | Township in Washtenaw County, Michigan |
| Dollar Bay | 1,082 | Township in Houghton County, Michigan, United States |
| Osceola | 1,075 | Township in Houghton County, Michigan, United States |
| Frost | 1,052 | Township in Clare County, Michigan |
| Hubbell | 946 | City in Nebraska, USA |
| Lake Linden | 933 | Village in Michigan |
| South Range | 718 | City in Houghton County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Calumet | 676 | Village in Michigan |
| Hancock | 462 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Copper City | 180 | City in Houghton County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Houghton | 83 | County seat of Houghton County, Michigan |
Distance to Other Cities
Laurium distances to largest Michigan cities