Watersmeet, MI is a small town located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, with a population of 1,060 and a population density of 5 people per square mile. It is known for its abundance of natural beauty and outdoor activities such as fishing, canoeing, snowmobiling, and hunting. The area also has several businesses including restaurants, convenience stores, gas stations, as well as an array of antique shops and gift stores. Watersmeet is also home to the Nicolet National Forest and many other local organizations such as the Watersmeet Township Library which has been in operation since 1941. Local sporting events include golfing at Indian Lake Golf Course or Bear Trap Resort and snowmobile races at the Watersmeet Winter Rodeo. With its small town charm and abundant outdoor recreation activities; there’s something for everyone in Watersmeet Michigan!
The population in Watersmeet township is 1,060. There are 4 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Watersmeet township is 61, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Watersmeet township is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Watersmeet township
- 58.9% are married
- 8.6% are divorced
- 15.5% are married with children
- 11.4% have children, but are single
Race in Watersmeet township
- 69.7% are White
- 0.6% are Black
- 1.4% are Asian
- 24.4% are Native American
- 0.9% claim Other
- 0.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.6% Two or more races
- 0.3% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander