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Delta, MI

Delta Charter Township, officially known as the Charter Township of Delta and commonly known as simply Delta Township, is a charter township of Eaton County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 33,119 making it the most populous municipality in Eaton County. The township operates its fire department, but contracts with the Eaton County Sheriff's Department for police protection. The township is a major community in metropolitan Lansing.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.2 square miles (86 km2), of which 32.4 square miles (84 km2) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.8 km2) (2.30%) is water.

Since 2000, the township has entered into four 425 Agreements with the neighboring city of Lansing, which has resulted in the temporary transfer of 1.76 sq mi (4.6 km2) of land to Lansing. The agreements facilitated the construction of the Lansing Delta Township Assembly Plant as well as three auto suppliers.

Three major Interstate Highways pass through Delta Charter Township and include Interstate 69 (I-69), I-96, and I-496. Saginaw Highway (M-43) is the major thoroughfare with many commercial businesses located along the road.

Eaton County Transportation Authority (EATRAN) and the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA) both provide public transportation services to the area. Amtrak provides intercity passenger service, in nearby East Lansing, on the Chicago to Port Huron Blue Water line.

Class one rail freight service is provided by Canadian National Railway (CN), operating out of a rail yard along Snow Road, Mt. Hope Highway, and Lansing Road. The yard mainly handles automobile, coal, grain, and lumber loads for local industries.

Delta places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Delta Fitness Center and Planet Fitness provide state-of-the-art workout equipment, group fitness classes, and personal training services to help individuals achieve their fitness goals. Serenity Spa & Salon offers a range of spa treatments, including massages, facials, and body scrubs, to promote relaxation and self-care. Delta Yoga Studio provides a serene environment for yoga classes, meditation sessions, and workshops focused on holistic well-being. For mental wellness, Delta Counseling Center provides counseling services, therapy sessions, and support groups to address a range of mental health concerns. Eaton Rapids Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Delta Community Garden provides a space for residents to engage in gardening activities, connect with nature, and promote sustainable living practices. 

The top sites in Delta Charter Township, MI are Hiawatha National Forest, Fayette Historic State Park, and William Bonifas Fine Arts Center.

Population: 33,119 (2020). ZIP Code: 48917. Area code: 517. Elevation: 860 ft (262 m). Area: 33.21 sq mi (86.0 km2).

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

Delta Charter Township is in Eaton County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Delta Charter Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Delta Charter Township there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Delta Charter Township and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Delta Charter Township are above average.

What are the demographics of Delta Charter Township, MI?

With 33,065 people, Delta Charter Township is the 54th most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Delta charter township racial/ethnic groups are White (71.7%) followed by Black (11.8%) and Hispanic (6.3%). In 2022, the median household income of Delta Charter Township households was $81,151. Delta charter township households made slightly more than Merritt households ($81,058) and Palmyra households ($81,029). However, 5.6% of Delta Charter township families live in poverty.

What county is Delta Charter Township, MI?

Delta Charter Township, officially known as the Charter Township of Delta and commonly known as simply Delta Township, is a charter township of Eaton County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 33,119 making it the most populous municipality in Eaton County. The township operates its fire department, but contracts with the Eaton County Sheriff's Department for police protection. The township is a major community in metropolitan Lansing.

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Wikipedia

Delta Charter Township

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Michigan Demographics

Hiawatha National Forest

Fayette Historic State Park

William Bonifas Fine Arts Center

Delta Fitness Center 

Planet Fitness

Serenity Spa & Salon

Delta Yoga Studio

Delta Counseling Center

Eaton Rapids Medical Center

Delta Community Garden

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