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Birmingham, MI

Birmingham is a city in Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is a northern suburb of Detroit located along the Woodward Corridor (M-1). As of the 2010 census, the population was 20,103. 

The area comprising what is now the city of Birmingham was part of land ceded by Native American tribes to the United States government by the 1807 Treaty of Detroit. However, settlement was delayed, first by the War of 1812. Afterward, the Surveyor-General of the United States, Edward Tiffin, made an unfavorable report regarding the placement of Military Bounty Lands for veterans of the War of 1812. Tiffin's report claimed that because of marsh, in this area "There would not be an acre out of a hundred, if there would be one out of a thousand that would, in any case, admit cultivation." In 1818, Territorial Governor Lewis Cass led a group of men along the Indian Trail. The governor's party discovered that the swamp was not as extensive as Tiffin had supposed. Not long after Cass issued a more encouraging report about the land, interest quickened as to its suitability for settlement.

The earliest land entry was made on January 28, 1819, by Colonel Benjamin Kendrick Pierce (brother of future U.S. President Franklin Pierce) for the northwest quarter of section 36. Colonel Pierce visited his land several times but never settled on it. In March 1818, John W. Hunter and his brother Daniel left Auburn, New York, by sleigh and traveled to Michigan by way of Upper Canada. They waited in Detroit for their father and other family members, who arrived by schooner via Lake Erie in July. The family remained in Detroit until spring 1819, when Hunter made an entry for the northeast quarter of section 36, now in the southeast section of current-day Birmingham. Lacking a proper land survey, Hunter mistakenly built his log house on a tract later purchased by Elijah Willits. That house was later occupied by William Hall, a son-in-law of Elisha Hunter, while John W. Hunter built another log house a short distance to the southeast. On September 25, 1821, Elijah Willits made a land entry for the southwest quarter of section 25. Two days later, Major John Hamilton made an entry for the southeast quarter of section 25. Each of these initial land entries met at what is now the intersection of Maple Road and Pierce Street.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.80 square miles (12.43 km2), of which 4.79 square miles (12.41 km2) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km2) is water.

Birmingham is bordered by Bloomfield Hills on the northwest, Royal Oak on the southeast, Bloomfield Charter Township on the west and north, Southfield Township on the south, and Troy on the northeast.

Birmingham places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Birmingham Wellness Center provides holistic health services including chiropractic care, acupuncture, and massage therapy. Equinox Birmingham offers a luxurious fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment, personal training, and a variety of group fitness classes. Blue Yoga offers classes for all levels, focusing on strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Studio M Pilates specializes in personalized Pilates sessions that enhance core strength and overall body conditioning. Spa Mariana offers a tranquil retreat with a wide range of services including massages, facials, and body treatments. Birmingham Athletic Club provides an exclusive environment with tennis courts, a swimming pool, and comprehensive fitness programs. Birmingham Ultimate Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.

Top sites in Birmingham, MI are Quarton Lake, Springdale Golf Course, and Birmingham Museum.

Population: 22,198 (2024). ZIP codes: 48009, 48012. Area codes: 248. Elevation: 778 ft (237 m). Area: 4.80 sq mi (12.45 km2).

FAQs

What are the demographics of Birmingham, MI?

Birmingham is a city located in Oakland County Michigan. Birmingham has a 2024 population of 21,325. Birmingham is currently declining at a rate of -0.51% annually and its population has decreased by -2% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 21,761 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Birmingham was White: 86.76%, Two or more races: 5.01%, Asian: 4.74%, Black or African American: 3.19%, Other race: 0.27%, Native American: 0.03%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

Is Birmingham, MI expensive?

Birmingham, Michigan's cost of living is 22% higher than the national average. Birmingham's housing expenses are 58% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 6% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are about the same as the national average. Birmingham has grocery prices that are 1% higher than the national average. Healthcare in Birmingham is 13% higher than the national average.

Is Birmingham, MI a good place to live?

Birmingham is in Oakland County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Birmingham offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Birmingham, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families live in Birmingham and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Birmingham are highly rated.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Birmingham

World Population Review

Payscale

Niche

Quarton Lake

Springdale Golf Course

Birmingham Museum

Birmingham Wellness Center

Equinox Birmingham

Blue Yoga

Studio M Pilates

Spa Mariana

Birmingham Athletic Club

Birmingham Ultimate Fitness

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital

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