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Grosse Pointe Park, MI

Grosse Pointe Park is a city in Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 11,555 at the 2010 census. Bordering on Detroit with frontage on southern Lake St. Clair, it is the southernmost of the Grosse Pointe suburbs. Grosse Pointe Park was incorporated as a village in 1907 and again as a city in 1950. In November 2021, Grosse Pointe Park elected its first female mayor, Michele Hodges.

Before incorporation as a city, the area that would become the city of Grosse Pointe Park was incorporated as the Village of Fairview, which spanned Bewick Street in the west to Cadieux Road in the east in Grosse Pointe Township. The city of Detroit annexed part of the village in the township from Bewick Street to Alter Road in 1907. Fearing further annexation, the part of the village east of Alter Road was incorporated as the Village of Grosse Pointe Park later that year. Seeking further annexation protection from Detroit and independence from its township, the village reincorporated as a city in 1950.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.71 square miles (9.61 km2), of which 2.17 square miles (5.62 km2) is land and 1.54 square miles (3.99 km2) is water. The water is part of Lake St. Clair. Grosse Pointe Park has about 3.5 miles (5.6 km) of borders with Detroit, with one border between Alter Road and Wayburn to the southwest, and another along Mack Avenue to the northwest; its third border on land is with the city of Grosse Pointe along Cadieux Road to the northeast. 

The neighborhoods in Grosse Pointe Park are built on a standard grid street pattern that flows out of Detroit, and housing ranges from tightly-packed single- and multi-family brick houses on the far west side of the Park, to rows of traditionally-styled single-family homes generally averaging over 3,000 square feet (280 m2), to multimillion-dollar mansions, some of which are found on the lakeshore.

Grosse Pointe Park places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Pure Beauty and Wellness Center provides a range of holistic therapies, including massage, acupuncture, and nutrition counseling, creating a comprehensive wellness experience. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs for fitness enthusiasts. Bold Flow hosts a variety of yoga classes, focusing on strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Triangle Chiropractic and Massage emphasizes spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness through various chiropractic services. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with various exercise equipment and group fitness classes. Pointe Fitness and Training Center offers a variety of fitness classes, personal training, and wellness programs to help residents achieve their health goals. Henry Ford Medical Center - Grosse Pointe offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.

The top sites in Grosse Pointe Park, MI are Matthew C. Patterson Park, Gallery Animato, and Ford House.

Population: 11,358 (2022). ZIP Code: 48230. Area codes: 313. Elevation: 577 ft (176 m). Area: 3.71 sq mi (9.61 km2).
 

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Is Grosse Pointe Park, MI good place to live?

Grosse Pointe Park is in Wayne County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Grosse Pointe Park offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Grosse Pointe Park there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families live in Grosse Pointe Park and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Grosse Pointe Park are highly rated.

What is the crime rate in Grosse Pointe Park, MI?

The crime rate in Grosse Pointe Park 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 Grosse Pointe Park is 1 in 66. Based on FBI crime data, Grosse Pointe Park is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Michigan, Grosse Pointe Park has a crime rate that is higher than 74% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

What are the demographics of Grosse Pointe Park, MI?

Grosse Pointe Park is a city located in Wayne County Michigan. Grosse Pointe Park has a 2024 population of 10,978. Grosse Pointe Park is currently declining at a rate of -1.31% annually and its population has decreased by -5.03% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 11,560 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Grosse Pointe Park was White: 85.56%, Two or more races: 6.03%, Black or African American: 4.77%, Other race: 2.13%, Asian: 1.5%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.01%, Native American: 0%.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Grosse Pointe Park

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

World Population Review

Matthew C. Patterson Park

Gallery Animato

Ford House

Pure Beauty and Wellness Center

Anytime Fitness

Bold Flow

Triangle Chiropractic and Massage

Planet Fitness

Pointe Fitness and Training Center

Henry Ford Medical Center - Grosse Pointe

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