Long Rapids, Michigan
Long Rapids: Civil township in Alpena County, Michigan
About
Long Rapids is a township located in the county of Alpena in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,010 and a population density of 7 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 978 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Long Rapids
| Population : | 978 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Michigan (United States) |
| County : | Alpena County |
| Area : | 141.6 km2 |
| Altitude : | 709 feet / 216 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Detroit |
| Local time : | 08:50:24 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 7 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -3.27% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Long Rapids is located at 45°7'33"N 83°43'21"W (45.1258400, -83.7224900).
Long Rapids map
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Long Rapids decreased by 3.27% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 1,010 | - | census |
| 2011 | 991 | -1.92% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 984 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 978 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 977 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 975 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 976 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 972 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 975 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 980 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 978 | -0.2% | estimation process |
Schools in Long Rapids
College & universities near Long Rapids, MI
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 168607 | Alpena Community College | Alpena (MI) | 49707 |
Stations (10)
Amtrak & bus stations near Long Rapids, MI
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALM | Alpena, MI | 2060 Michigan Highway 32 West | BUS |
| CHB | Cheboygan, MI | 309 East State Street | BUS |
| ALA | Alanson, MI | 7640 Burr Avenue | BUS |
| PST | Pellston, Michigan | 110 North US Highway 131 | BUS |
| WNK | Walloon Lake, Michigan | Hwy 131 & Hwy 75 | BUS |
Post offices near Long Rapids
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lachin Post Office | Lachine (MI) | 49753 |
Other cities in Alpena County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Alpena County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Alpena | 8,696 | City in and county seat of Alpena County, Michigan, United States |
| Ashland | 2,775 | Township in Newaygo County, Michigan |
| Ossineke | 1,593 | Unincorporated community in Michigan |
