Wakefield, Michigan
Wakefield: city in Gogebic County, Michigan
About
Wakefield is a city located in the county of Gogebic in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 305 and a population density of 14 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 291 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Wakefield
| Population | 291 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Gogebic County |
| Postal code | 49968 |
| Phone Area Codes | 906 |
| Area | 22.23 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.4752,-89.9399 |
| Altitude | 1,539 feet / 469 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Menominee |
| Local time | 20:04:30 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 13 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.81% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 71℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Wakefield is located at 46°28'31"N 89°56'24"W (46.4752300, -89.9398900).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 71. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Wakefield decreased by 4.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 305 | - | census |
| 2011 | 319 | 4.39% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 315 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 313 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 309 | -1.29% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 304 | -1.64% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 301 | -1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 301 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 300 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 296 | -1.35% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 291 | -1.72% | estimation process |
People born in Wakefield (4)
People born in Wakefield, including former member of the Wisconsin State Assembly Ernest J. Korpela, Player of and Canadian football Bobby Jurasin, football guard George Zorich, .
More notable people
- Eric F. Anderson (victim of the COVID-19 pandemic: Worked as a computer specialist for the Department of Agriculture.) he was born in 06/07/1939
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Wakefield, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 169992 | Gogebic Community College | Ironwood (MI) | 49938 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Wakefield, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN | L'Anse, MI | 102 North Main Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Wakefield.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Post Office | Wakefield (MI) | 49968 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Wakefield, New York A town in Westchester County, New York. with a population of 52,201 people.
- Wakefield, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts with a population of 27,051 people.
- Wakefield, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire with a population of 5,122 people.
- Wakefield, Nebraska city in Nebraska with a population of 1,362 people.
- Wakefield, Kansas city in Kansas with a population of 920 people.
- Wakefield, Virginia city in Sussex County, Virginia, United States of America with a population of 805 people.
Other cities in Gogebic County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Gogebic County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 9,139 | City in Wayne County, in the U. |
| Ironwood | 4,814 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Yale | 1,861 | City in St. |
| Watersmeet | 1,353 | Township in Gogebic County, Michigan |
| Bessemer | 1,075 | Township in Gogebic County, Michigan |
| Marenisco | 525 | Township in Gogebic County, Michigan |
| Wellington | 298 | Human settlement in Gogebic County, Michigan, United States of America |