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Comstock, MI

Comstock Charter Township is a charter township of Kalamazoo County in the U.S. state of Michigan, located east of the city of Kalamazoo and is part of the Kalamazoo–Portage Metropolitan Area. The 2020 census recorded the population within the township at 15,231.

Township 2 South Range 10 West was first surveyed in January 1827 by Robert M. Clark. The first settler, William Tolland, came there in 1829 but never purchased any land, despite living there for several years. In 1830, land entries were recorded for William Harris for the southwest quarter of section 17 and Major G. Van Dwyer for the southwest quarter of section 13 (the eastern portion of the section is now part of Galesburg). In 1831 land entries were recorded for Horace H. Comstock, Caleb Eldred, Thomas W. Merrill, Mumford Eldred, Stephen Eldred, Leland Lane, and others. Settling in the eastern part of the township in or near what is now Galesburg were Nathaniel Matthews, Ralph Tuttle, Sherman Cummings, George Townsend, and Nathan Cothren. H. H. Comstock, Caleb Eldred, and Cryus Lovell settled in the western part of the township near what became Comstock.

Comstock Township was organized by an act of the Territorial Legislature in 1834. Previously, it was a part of Arcadia Township (later renamed Kalamazoo Township), which initially comprised all eight townships in the northern half of Kalamazoo County. In June 1832, Richland Township was set off, consisting of Richland, Ross, Charleston, and Comstock townships. On March 7, 1834, Comstock Township was set off, comprising Comstock and Charleston townships and also Climax Township, which had been set off from Brady Township. Climax was set off from Comstock on December 30, 1837, and Charleston in 1838.  Comstock Township became a charter township in 1964.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 square miles (91.3 km2), of which 33.3 square miles (86.3 km2) are land and 1.9 square miles (5.0 km2), or 5.49%, is water. The Kalamazoo River flows from east to west through the center of the township, including through Morrow Lake, a reservoir.

Comstock, MI offers a variety of spas, gyms, and health and wellness activities that cater to its residents' health and fitness needs. Tranquility Spa and Salon provides a peaceful escape with massages, facials, and holistic treatments designed for relaxation and rejuvenation. Anytime Fitness has access to top-notch exercise equipment and personalized training programs. The Yoga Zen hosts yoga and Pilates classes, emphasizing core strength, flexibility, and mental well-being. Alpine Chiropractic Center focuses on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with various chiropractic services. Planet Fitness promotes a welcoming atmosphere with various exercise equipment and group fitness classes. Comstock Community Center offers various fitness classes, from aerobics to Zumba, along with recreational activities and facilities for all ages. Comstock Park Health Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Fitness Bootcamp offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. 

The top sites in Comstock Charter Township, MI are Binder Park Zoo, Dwight Lydell, Kalamazoo Valley Museum

Population: 15,231 (2022). ZIP Code: 49048. Area codes: 269. Elevation: 810 ft (247 m). Area: 35.3 sq mi (91.3 km2).
 

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What is Comstock Charter Township, MI is known for?

Comstock Township already has a healthy business community. Known as the “bedding capital of the world,” we’re home to many bedding plant growers who supply to the world’s beautiful flower bed. Wholesale growers sell flowers around the world while greenhouses are packed with local shoppers daily. The community is known for more than just its beautiful flowers, it’s home to world-renowned manufacturers as well.

What are the demographics of Comstock Charter Township, MI?

With 15,142 people, Comstock Charter Township is the 132nd most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Comstock charter township racial/ethnic groups are White (82.6%) followed by Black (7.4%) and Hispanic (5.2%). In 2022, the median household income of Comstock Charter Township households was $74,451. Comstock charter township households made slightly more than Ellington households ($74,375) and Charlevoix township households ($74,375) . However, 3.6% of Comstock charter township families live in poverty.

Is Comstock Charter Township, MI a good place to live?

Comstock Charter Township is in Kalamazoo County. Living in Comstock Charter Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Comstock Charter Township there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Comstock Charter Township and residents tend to lean conservative.

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Wikipedia

Comstock Charter Township

Michigan Demographics

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Binder Park Zoo

Dwight Lydell

Kalamazoo Valley Museum

Tranquility Spa and Salon

Anytime Fitness

The Yoga Zen

Alpine Chiropractic Center

Planet Fitness

Comstock Community Center

Comstock Park Health Center

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