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Flat Rock, MI

Flat Rock is a city in Wayne County, Michigan, United States, with a small portion of the city extending into Monroe County. At the 2020 census, the population was 10,541. 

Flat Rock is in southern Wayne County, but a very small portion of the city lies to the south in Monroe County because the border along the Huron River follows the course of the river in 1923, the year Flat Rock was incorporated as a village. At the time, the river had two meanders, but they have since been filled in. The city is bordered to the northeast by Woodhaven, to the southeast by Rockwood, and to the south, across the Huron River in Monroe County, by South Rockwood.

U.S. Route 24 (Telegraph Road) passes through the center of Flat Rock, leading north 14 miles (23 km) to the western part of Dearborn and southwest the same distance to Monroe. Interstate 75 runs along the eastern border of Flat Rock, with direct access from Exit 29 (Gibraltar Road). I-75 leads northeast 21 miles (34 km) to Detroit and southwest 35 miles (56 km) to Toledo, Ohio.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city of Flat Rock has a total area of 6.71 square miles (17.38 km2), of which 6.57 square miles (17.02 km2) are land and 0.14 square miles (0.36 km2), or 2.06%, are water.

The city is listed by the U.S. Census Bureau as belonging to both Wayne County and Monroe County. In the 2010 census, the city is listed as having a total land area of 6.67 square miles (17.28 km2), while mentioning no measurable land area or population statistics within Monroe County. However, the city is still listed in several categories as being part of Monroe County. The official Flat Rock city website also mentions the city's boundaries extending into Monroe County.

Flat Rock has a higher overall tornado average than the state of Michigan as a whole and a 40% greater average than the United States as a whole. Two F4 tornadoes hit Flat Rock—one in 1956 and another in 1965 resulting in 23 deaths and over 300 injuries.

Flat Rock places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Serenity Spa & Salon offers a peaceful retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies that promote relaxation and rejuvenation. Enhance your yoga practice at Enlighten Wellness, offering a range of classes for all levels. Anytime Fitness provides 24/7 access to modern equipment and personalized training programs to help residents achieve their fitness goals. Fountain Chiropractic Clinic focuses on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness through a range of chiropractic services. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. Corewell Health Trenton Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.  
 

The top sites in Flat Rock, MI are Huroc Park, Flat Rock Boat Launch, and Lake Erie Metropark.

Population: 10,424 (2022). ZIP Code: 48134. Area code: 734. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Area: 6.71 sq mi (17.37 km2).

FAQs

What is the history of Flat Rock, MI?

Flat Rock began as a Wyandot settlement. It was later designated as a reservation for the Wyandot and still functioned as such in 1830. The first Euro-American settlers in Flat Rock were Michael Vreeland and his five grown sons between 1811 and 1820. Michael had been captured by British Rangers during the Revolutionary War and released after American independence.

What are the demographics of Flat Rock, MI?

Flat Rock is a city located in Monroe County and Wayne County Michigan. Flat Rock has a 2024 population of 10,215. Flat Rock is currently declining at a rate of -0.72% annually and its population has decreased by -2.81% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 10,510 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Flat Rock was: White: 77.17%, Black or African American: 11.17%, Two or more races: 8.62%, Other race: 2.59%, Native American: 0.37%, Asian: 0.07%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

What is the crime rate in Flat Rock, MI?

The crime rate in Flat Rock is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 17 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 Flat Rock is 1 in 58. Based on FBI crime data, Flat Rock is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Michigan, Flat Rock has a crime rate that is higher than 79% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Flat Rock

World Population Review

Neighborhood Scout

Huroc Park

Flat Rock Boat Launch

Lake Erie Metropark

Serenity Spa & Salon

Enlighten Wellness

Anytime Fitness

Fountain Chiropractic Clinic

Planet Fitness

Corewell Health Trenton Hospital

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