West Branch, MI is a small rural town located in Ogemaw County along the Rifle River. With an estimated population of 2,068 people as of 2020, West Branch is much less dense than the average population density in the United States. The town offers many year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, hunting and kayaking that take advantage of its natural beauty. There are several local businesses such as Michigami Store, The Flower Pot Nursery & Gifts and Corgan's Pub & Grill that offer excellent services and products to the residents and visitors alike. There are also a number of organizations such as the West Branch Area Chamber of Commerce that support local businesses and economic growth in the area. Lastly, there are local sporting events held throughout the year including football games at nearby Ogemaw Heights High School.
The population in West Branch is 2,068. There are 1,351 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in West Branch is 46.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in West Branch is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in West Branch
- 42.6% are married
- 23.2% are divorced
- 19.0% are married with children
- 36.3% have children, but are single
Race in West Branch
- 93.2% are White
- 1.0% are Black
- 3.6% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander