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Fort Gratiot, MI

Fort Gratiot Township is a charter township of St. Clair County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 11,242 at the 2020 Census. It is named for Fort Gratiot, an American fort located there off and on between 1814 and 1879. Fort Gratiot Township was established in 1867. It is named for General Charles Gratiot, the engineer who laid out the fort.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 16.1 square miles (42 km2), of which 16.1 square miles (42 km2) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km2) (0.19%) is water. Fort Gratiot is on the southwestern shore of Lake Huron and is considered to be part of the Thumb of Michigan, which in turn is a subregion of the Flint/Tri-Cities. Fort Gratiot is a major center of trade for the Blue Water Area, a subregion of the Thumb. The Birchwood Mall and many big box stores are located in Fort Gratiot.

As of the census of 2000, there were 10,691 people, 4,076 households, and 2,946 families residing in the township. The population density was 664.7 inhabitants per square mile (256.6/km2). There were 4,334 housing units at an average density of 269.5 per square mile (104.1/km2). The racial makeup of the township was 95.43% White, 1.46% Black, 0.26% Native American, 1.34% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.52% from other races, and 0.98% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.75% of the population.

There were 4,076 households, out of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.0% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.7% were non-families. 22.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,736, and the median income for a family was $55,726. Males had a median income of $43,268 versus $25,667 for females. The per capita income for the township was $25,485. About 4.2% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 5.9% of those age 65 or over.

Fort Gratiot Township, MI offers a variety of spas, gyms, and health and wellness activities that cater to its residents' health and fitness needs. Pure Health Clinic focuses on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness through various chiropractic services. Anytime Fitness provides 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs for all fitness levels. Serenity Day Spa offers a tranquil retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies designed to relax and rejuvenate. Happy Dog Yoga Studios hosts yoga and Pilates classes that emphasize the core strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with various exercise equipment and group fitness classes. Fort Gratiot Park provides outdoor activities, walking trails, and community sports programs, encouraging active living in a natural setting. These diverse facilities and activities make Fort Gratiot Township a hub for wellness and active living, enriching the lives of its residents.
 

The top Sites in Fort Gratiot, MI are Fort Gratiot County Park, Willow Ridge Golf Club, and Birchwood Mall.
 

Population: 11,242 (2020). ZIP Code: 48059. Area code: 810. Elevation: 607 ft (185 m). Area: 16.1 sq mi (41.7 km2).

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What is the history of Fort Gratiot Michigan?

The French explorer Daniel Greysolon Duluth established Fort St. Joseph near the present site of the Blue Water Bridge in 1686. In 1814, Fort Gratiot was established at the base of Lake Huron and was considered the first organized population in the area. In 1825, the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse was built. It was the first lighthouse established in the State of Michigan.  The present lighthouse was built in 1829. On February 3, 1857, Port Huron became an incorporated city, consolidating the villages of Fort Gratiot, Desmond, Huron, and Peru.

What are the demographics of Fort Gratiot, MI?

With 11,407 people, Fort Gratiot Charter Township is the 177th most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Fort Gratiot charter township racial/ethnic groups are White (93.0%) followed by Hispanic (3.8%) and Two or More (1.7%). In 2022, the median household income of Fort Gratiot charter township households was $80,740. The median age for Fort Gratiot Charter Township residents is 48.4 years young.

What is the crime rate in Fort Gratiot, MI?

Fort Gratiot has an overall crime rate of 9 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Fort Gratiot is 1 in 111. How does Fort Gratiot fare compared to other communities in Michigan of all population sizes? Fort Gratiot's crime rate is lower than approximately 51% of Michigan communities.

Sources

Wikipedia

Fort Gratiot Charter Township, Michigan

Port Huron 

Michigan Demographics

Neighborhood Scout

Pure Health Clinic

Anytime Fitness

Serenity Day Spa

Happy Dog Yoga Studios

Planet Fitness 

Fort Gratiot Park

Fort Gratiot County Park

Willow Ridge Golf Club

Birchwood Mall

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