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Houghton Lake: Where memories are made on water.

Houghton Lake exudes a relaxed, small-town charm. The community is welcoming and friendly, with a strong emphasis on outdoor recreation and enjoying the natural beauty of the area. It's a place where neighbors know each other and visitors quickly feel at home.

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COMMUNITY GUIDE · HOUGHTON LAKE
Houghton Lake, Roscommon County

City Snapshot

Population

5,294

County

Roscommon County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$44,432

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Lake Township Fire Department

Roscommon Township Fire Department

Markey Township Fire Department

Community Leaders

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Elissa Slotkin

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Gary Peters

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Gretchen Whitmer
Gretchen Whitmer

Governor

Democratic Party