Thompson, MI is a small town located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, with an estimated population of 882 people. The population is spread over a relatively small area- giving Thompson a population density of 7 people per square mile compared to the US Population density of 93 people per square mile. Being in the heart of the Upper Peninsula, Thompson has access to year-round outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and skiing. This small town also has plenty of local businesses and organizations that support the community. Popular local establishments include: The Raggedy Bread Bakery & Cafe which offers fresh baked goods and craft coffees; Lokemo's Lodge, a family owned resort overlooking Lake Superior; and Traxler's Automotive, which provides quality auto repair services. There are also several local organizations that help maintain and improve the quality of life in Thompson such as Friends for Animals Upper Peninsula which supports animal shelters locally. Finally, for those looking for some friendly competition or just entertainment there are annual sporting events such as Basset Fest Nationals where citizens can compete to win prizes.
The population in Thompson is 882. There are 8 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Thompson is 62.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Thompson is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Thompson
- 70.4% are married
- 11.4% are divorced
- 22.3% are married with children
- 7.1% have children, but are single
Race in Thompson
- 91.3% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 2.6% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 5.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander