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Fenton, MI

Fenton is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan that lies mostly in Genesee County, with small portions in neighboring Oakland County and Livingston County. It is part of the Flint Metropolitan Statistical Area. 

It was first established in 1834 and was originally named "Dibbleville" after Clark Dibble, one of the first settlers. It was platted in 1837 as "Bentonville" by William M. Fenton who would later become lieutenant governor of Michigan. When the settlement was incorporated as a village in 1863 the name Fenton was used. The settlement's post office used the name Bentonville from 1837 until 1886 when it adopted the current name.

In the 1970s, the city leveled its downtown buildings and closed Leroy Street as part of an urban renewal plan. On August 24, 2007, an EF2 tornado hit Fenton, damaging several homes and a school, and almost destroying the soon-to-be-opened Tractor Supply Company, tearing off its roof. This caused many people to go without power, leaving the city in a state of emergency. There were no fatalities or serious injuries. In July 2011, the first proposed building, Cornerstone, to restore the city's old downtown area was announced. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 7.00 square miles (18.13 km2), of which 6.68 square miles (17.30 km2) is land and 0.32 square miles (0.83 km2) (4.57%) is water.

Numerous municipalities in Michigan span two counties, but Fenton is one of two municipalities in Michigan to span three; the other is Lansing. The overwhelming majority of Fenton is in Genesee County, with a total area of 6.88 square miles (17.82 km2), of which 6.56 square miles (16.99 km2) is land and 0.32 square miles (0.83 km2) is water. The Genesee County portion represents 98.29% of Fenton's area and 99.99% of its population. Of Fenton's 11,747 residents, all but 10 live in Genesee County. The other 10 live in Fenton's Livingston County portion, which has a land area of 0.11 square miles (0.28 km2). A minuscule portion with no residents extends into Oakland County with a land area of 0.01 square miles (0.03 km2). The Tipsico Lake Project is a brownfield redevelopment project to restore the land and surrounding area.

Fenton places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Essential Massage & Wellness Center provides a tranquil retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs. The Corner Studio hosts yoga and Pilates classes, focusing on core strength and flexibility. Fenton Chiropractic Clinic focuses on 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. Fenton Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.

The top Sites in Fenton, MI are AJ Phillips Fenton Museum, Coyote Preserve Golf Club, and Silver Lake Park.

Population: 11,906 (2022). ZIP Code: 48430. Area codes: 248, 810. Elevation: 902 ft (275 m). Incorporated: 1964. Area: 6.97 sq mi (18.07 km2).

FAQs

What are the demographics of Fenton, MI?

Fenton, MI is home to a population of 12k people, of which 97.7% are citizens. As of 2022, 3.35% of Fenton, MI residents were born outside of the country (401 people). In 2022, there were 32.4 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (10.7k people) in Fenton, MI than any other race or ethnicity. There were 331 White (Hispanic) and 272 Asian (non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the history of Fenton, MI?

It was first established in 1834 and was originally named "Dibbleville" after Clark Dibble, one of the first settlers. It was platted in 1837 as "Fentonville" by William M. Fenton[5] who later became lieutenant governor of Michigan. When the settlement was incorporated as a village in 1863 the name Fenton was used.[6] The settlement's post office used the name Fentonville from 1837 until 1886 when it adopted the current name.

What is the crime rate in Fenton, MI?

The crime rate in Fenton is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 15 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Fenton is 1 in 65. Based on FBI crime data, Fenton is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Michigan, Fenton has a crime rate that is higher than 75% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Fenton

Data USA

Neighborhood Scout

AJ Phillips Fenton Museum

Coyote Preserve Golf Club

Silver Lake Park

Essential Massage & Wellness Center

Anytime Fitness

The Corner Studio

Fenton Chiropractic Clinic

Planet Fitness

Fenton Medical Center

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