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 | 05:20:51 (29th August 2026) |
| Density | 13 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.59% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 75℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Wakefield is located at 46°28'31"N 89°56'24"W (46.4752300, -89.9398900).
Wakefield map
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Weather
Rain showers likely after 7am. Mostly cloudy. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 72 in the afternoon. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gust...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Wakefield decreased by 4.59% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 305 | - | census |
| 2011 | 319 | 4.59% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 315 | -1.25% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 313 | -0.63% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 309 | -1.28% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 304 | -1.62% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 301 | -0.99% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 301 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 300 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 296 | -1.33% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 291 | -1.69% | 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 (4)
- 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.