As of the census[2] of 2000, there were 2,546 people, 986 households, and 725 families residing in the township.

There were 1,264 housing units at an average density of 36.2 per square mile (14.0/km2).

21.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

The township is served by three separate public school districts.

The majority of the township is served by Hillsdale Community Schools.