Iron River, Michigan
Iron River: city in Iron County, Michigan, United States of America
About
Iron River is a city located in the county of Iron in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,027 and a population density of 59 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 960 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Iron River
| Population | 960 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Iron County |
| Postal code | 49935 |
| Phone Area Codes | 906 |
| Area | 17.5 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.0927,-88.6424 |
| Altitude | 1,512 feet / 461 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Menominee |
| Local time | 04:01:53 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 55 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.98% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 64℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Iron River is located at 46°5'34"N 88°38'32"W (46.0927300, -88.6423500).
Iron River map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 64. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Iron River decreased by 6.98% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,027 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,022 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,004 | -1.79% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 998 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 984 | -1.42% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 982 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 968 | -1.45% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 963 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 963 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 960 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 960 | 0% | estimation process |
People born in Iron River (3)
People born in Iron River, including snowboarder Nick Baumgartner, politician Dan Benishek, actor Chick Hannan, .
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Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Iron River, 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 |
| HGH | Houghton, Michigan | Townsend Drive and Hubbell Street | BUS |
| HKM | Hancock, MI | 125 Quincy Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Iron River.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Iron River Post Office | Iron River (MI) | 49935 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Iron River, Wisconsin city in Bayfield County, Wisconsin, United States of America with a population of 1,157 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 |
| Alpha | 135 | Village in Michigan |