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Grandville, MI

Grandville is a city in Kent County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 15,378 at the 2010 census. Grandville is just southwest of the city of Grand Rapids and is part of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area. It was first settled in 1833 and later incorporated as a city in 1933. 

Anishinaabe peoples are indigenous to the Grand Rapids metropolitan area. Grandville was geographically an important place during the logging years in Michigan's history due to its location at the "river-bend" of the Grand River. It was important to have people there to make sure the logs did not jam up as the river turned northwest toward Grand Haven. Grandville was founded in 1833 and incorporated as a city in 1933.

By the 1980s due to the growth of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area following the early 1980s recession in the United States, Grandville began to experience even more growth. In 1987, color measurement and manufacturer X-Rite established its headquarters in the city a year after it went public, soon becoming one of the fastest-growing businesses in Michigan. In the 1990s, the city was being eyed for larger development. In 1990, developers explored the building of a new mall near the intersection of 44th Street and Ivanrest and eventually met with the city for approval. In 1999, construction was completed on RiverTown Crossings, a mall with just over 1.25 million square feet of retail space. In the 2000s, Grandville experienced continued growth following the opening of Rivertown Crossings, including multiple restaurants and strip malls along Rivertown Parkway. It had grown to be one of the city's largest employers. However, by 2007, the beginning of the Great Recession, X-Rite had moved its headquarters nearby to Kentwood.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.67 square miles (19.87 km2), of which 7.25 square miles (18.78 km2) is land and 0.43 square miles (1.11 km2) (5.93%) is water.  The Grand River forms the northern border of the city, and the city of Grand Rapids is just to the northeast, while Walker is to the north and Wyoming surrounds the city on the east and south. Ottawa County is to the west. 

Grandville places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Body Bliss Massage & Spa provides a tranquil retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies. Snap Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs for all fitness levels. Twisted Hot Yoga hosts daily yoga and Pilates classes, focusing on core strength and flexibility. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with various exercise equipment and group fitness classes. RiverTown Sports Complex provides a range of activities including soccer, basketball, and indoor turf fields for various sports. Grandville Health Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.

The top sites in Grandville, MI are Rosy Mound Natural Area, John Ball Zoo, and Millennium Park.
 

Population: 15,866 (2022). ZIP Codes: 49418, 49468. Area code: 616. Elevation: 614 ft (187 m). Area: 7.67 sq mi (19.88 km2).

FAQs

What are the demographics of Grandville, MI?

Grandville, MI is home to a population of 16k people, of which 98.2% are citizens. As of 2022, 3.33% of Grandville, MI residents were born outside of the country (533 people). In 2022, there were 20 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (13.7k people) in Grandville, MI than any other race or ethnicity. There were 686 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 615 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the crime rate in Grandville, MI?

With a crime rate of 33 per one thousand residents, Grandville has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 30. Within Michigan, more than 94% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Grandville.

What county is Grandville, MI?

Grandville is a city in Kent County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 15,378 at the 2010 census. Grandville is just southwest of the city of Grand Rapids and is part of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area. It was first settled in 1833 and later incorporated as a city in 1933. 
 

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Grandville

Data USA

Neighborhood Scout

Rosy Mound Natural Area

John Ball Zoo

Millennium Park

Body Bliss Massage & Spa

Snap Fitness

Twisted Hot Yoga

Sheeran Chiropractic

Planet Fitness

RiverTown Sports Complex

Grandville Health Center

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