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Inkster, MI

Inkster is a city in Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. A western suburb of Detroit, Inkster is located about 14 miles (23 km) southwest of downtown Detroit. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 26,088. 

The area was originally inhabited by Native Americans. It was settled by non-indigenous people in 1825. A post office named "Moulin Rouge" was established there in December 1857. Robert Inkster, a Scotsman born March 27, 1828, in Lerwick, Shetland, operated a steam sawmill on present-day Inkster Road near Michigan Avenue in the early 1860s. 

The post office was renamed "Inkster" in July 1863. The village had a station on the Michigan Central Railroad by 1878. It was incorporated as a village in 1926 from parts of Nankin Township and Dearborn Township. After much legal wrangling by the city of Dearborn, Dearborn Township, and the village of Inkster to sort out final borders for these communities, Inkster was incorporated as a city in 1964.

In the 1920s and 1930s, African-Americans working in Henry Ford's Dearborn factories settled in Inkster, as it was closer to their work than Detroit, while they were not allowed to live in Dearborn itself. As a result of the police beating of Floyd Dent in January 2015, which was caught on a police vehicle's dashcam and released to the public, the victim was awarded $1.4 million. A special assessment of Inkster residents will pay for the settlement, on their July 1, 2015, property tax bill. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.25 square miles (16.19 km2), all land. 

Inkster places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Tranquility Spa and Salon provides a soothing environment with massages, facials, and holistic treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. In Harmony Yoga offers a peaceful space for yoga and meditation, focusing on core strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Gregg Chiropractic Life Centers specializes in chiropractic care, massage therapy, and nutritional counseling to support overall health and wellness. Anytime Fitness ensures 24/7 access to a variety of fitness equipment and customized training plans to accommodate busy schedules. The city’s Parks and Recreation Department organizes outdoor activities, walking trails, community sports leagues, and wellness workshops, promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement. Garden City Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.

The top sites in Inkster, MI are Eloise Asylum, Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, and Fair Lane, Home of Clara and Henry Ford.

Population: 25,527 (2022). ZIP Code: 48141. Area codes: 313, 734. Elevation: 623 ft (190 m). Area: 6.25 sq mi (16.20 km2).

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What is the history of Inkster, MI?

First settled in 1825, the City of Inkster was named after Robert Inkster, who operated a steam sawmill in the center of town during the early 1860s.  The name "Inkster" is said to come from a Norse name, "Ingasetter", which is a person's name plus the terms for summer pasture. The city was originally part of Bucklin Township, which was created in 1827.  A post office named "Moulin Rouge" was established there in 1856. 

Is Inkster, MI expensive?

Inkster, Michigan's cost of living is 5% higher than the national average. Inkster's housing expenses are 20% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 2% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 1% higher than the national average. Inkster has grocery prices that are 1% higher than the national average. Healthcare in Inkster is 1% lower than the national average.

What are the demographics of Inkster, MI?

Inkster, MI is home to a population of 25.8k people, of which 98.1% are citizens. As of 2022, 4.35% of Inkster, MI residents were born outside of the country (1.12k people). In 2022, there were 4.75 times more Black or African American (non-Hispanic) residents (19.3k people) in Inkster, MI than any other race or ethnicity. There were 4.06k White (Non-Hispanic) and 1.53k Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Inkster, Michigan - Wikipedia

City of Inkster

US12 Heritage Trail

Data USA

Payscale

Eloise Asylum

Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

Fair Lane, Home of Clara and Henry Ford

Tranquility Spa and Salon

Planet Fitness

In Harmony Yoga

Gregg Chiropractic Life Centers

Anytime Fitness

Parks and Recreation Department

Garden City Hospital

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