Rudyard, Michigan
Rudyard: township in Chippewa County, Michigan
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Rudyard is a township located in the county of Chippewa in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,370 and a population density of 6 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,332 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Rudyard
| Population | 1,332 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Chippewa County |
| Postal code | 49780 |
| Area | 233.2 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.2325,-84.6003 |
| Altitude | 676 feet / 206 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 17:53:02 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 6 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.85% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 57℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Rudyard is located at 46°13'57"N 84°36'1"W (46.2325200, -84.6003300).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Rudyard decreased by 2.85% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,370 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,381 | 0.8% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,381 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,378 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,366 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,357 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,350 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,352 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,351 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,341 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,332 | -0.68% | estimation process |
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People born in Rudyard (3)
People born in Rudyard, including politician Gary McDowell, musician John Petersen, aviator and autobiographer Bernice Steadman, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Rudyard, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 380359 | Bay Mills Community College | Brimley (MI) | 49715 |
| 170639 | Lake Superior State University | Sault Ste Marie (MI) | 49783 |
Nearby Transit Stations (10)
Rail and bus stations connected to Rudyard, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMI | Sault Sainte Marie, MI | 4001 I-75 Business Spur | BUS |
| STI | St. Ignace, Michigan | 448 North State St. | BUS |
| MAK | Mackinaw City, Michigan | 102 South Huron Ave. | BUS |
| CHB | Cheboygan, MI | 309 East State Street | BUS |
| PST | Pellston, Michigan | 110 North US Highway 131 | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Rudyard.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rudyard Post Office | Rudyard (MI) | 49780 |
| Kinr Post Office | Kinross (MI) | 49752 |
| Kinchel Post Office | Kincheloe (MI) | 49788 |
| Brimley Post Office | Brimley (MI) | 49715 |
| Dafter Post Office | Dafter (MI) | 49724 |
Other cities in Chippewa County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Chippewa County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sault Ste. Marie | 13,359 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Paradise | 5,176 | Unincorporated community in Whitefish Township, Chippewa County, Michigan, USA |
| Homestead | 2,408 | Township in Chippewa County, Michigan |
| Bay Mills | 1,434 | Township in Chippewa County, Michigan |
| Dafter | 1,238 | Township in Chippewa County, Michigan |
| Drummond | 1,032 | Township and island in Michigan |
| Emerson | 894 | Township in Chippewa County, Michigan |
| Raber | 633 | Township in Chippewa County, Michigan |
| Trout Lake | 371 | Township in Chippewa County, Michigan |
| De Tour Village | 314 | Village in the United States |
| Hulbert | 163 | Township in Chippewa County, Michigan |
Distance to Other Cities
Rudyard distances to largest Michigan cities