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Antwerp, MI

Antwerp Township is a civil township of Van Buren County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 census, the township population was 13,425. It was named after the major Belgian city of Antwerp. Antwerp Township was established in 1837. 

Van Buren County is a county located in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 Census, the population was 75,587. The county seat is Paw Paw. The county was founded in 1829 and organized in 1837.

The county was named for Martin Van Buren before he became president. He was U.S. Secretary of State and later Vice President under President Andrew Jackson; thus Van Buren is one of Michigan's "Cabinet counties".

The Van Buren County Courthouse was built by Claire Allen, a prominent Southern Michigan architect; its cornerstone was laid on September 2, 1901, after a July vote to issue $35,000 in county bonds.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.1 square miles (91 km2), of which 34.9 square miles (90 km2) is land and 0.2 square miles (0.52 km2) (0.54%) is water.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,556, and the median income for a family was $56,424. Males had a median income of $39,363 versus $27,321 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,418. About 3.9% of families and 5.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.8% of those under age 18 and 10.5% of those age 65 or over.

Antwerp places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Anytime Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. Body Pilates hosts classes that focus on core strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Chiropractor in Stevensville emphasizes spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a range of chiropractic services. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with a wide array of exercise equipment and group fitness classes. Rivage Day Spa offers luxurious treatments like hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and body wraps. Release Fitness features modern equipment, personal training, and various group fitness classes in a supportive environment. Parkview Regional Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. 

The top sites in Antwerp, MI are the Jean Klock Park, Michigan Maritime Museum, and Van Buren State Park.

Population: 13,425 (2020). ZIP Code: 49071. Area codes: 269. Elevation: 791 ft (241 m). Area: 35.1 sq mi (90.9 km2).
 

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What are the demographics of Antwerp, MI?

With 13,639 people, Antwerp is the 152nd most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Antwerp racial/ethnic groups are White (88.7%) followed by Hispanic (6.1%) and Two or More (3.3%). In 2022, the median household income of Antwerp households was $85,338. Antwerp households made slightly more than Leroy Township households ($85,313) and Hope Township households ($85,284). However, 2.5% of Antwerp families live in poverty.

Is Antwerp, MI a good place to live?

Antwerp Township is in Van Buren County. Living in Antwerp Township offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Antwerp Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Antwerp Township are above average.

What county is Antwerp, MI in?

Antwerp Township is a civil township of Van Buren County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 census, the township population was 13,425. It was named after the major Belgian city of Antwerp. Antwerp Township was established in 1837. 

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Antwerp Township

Michigan Demographics

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Jean Klock Park

Michigan Maritime Museum

Van Buren State Park

Anytime Fitness

Body Pilates

Chiropractor in Stevensville

Planet Fitness

Rivage Day Spa

Release Fitness

Parkview Regional Medical Center

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