[2] The township is bordered by the city of Monroe to the north, but the two are administered autonomously.

The township was organized in 1827 and named after James Monroe, the fifth president of the United States.

26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

Monroe Township is served by two separate public school districts.

[14] Monroe County Community College is located within the township.