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Leoni, MI

Leoni Township is a civil township of Jackson County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 13,847 at the 2020 census. 

Jackson County is located in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population of the county was 160,366 as of the 2020 Census. Its seat of government is the city of Jackson. The county was set off in 1829 and organized in 1832. It is named for U.S. President Andrew Jackson and is considered to be one of Michigan's "Cabinet counties", named for members of Jackson's Cabinet.

Jackson County comprises the Jackson, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area. The Jackson County Courthouse was designed by Claire Allen, a prominent southern Michigan architect. Jackson County is also home to the Michigan Whitetail Hall of Fame.

Leoni is a small unincorporated community in the southeastern part of the township, 7 miles (11 km) east of Jackson, the county seat. Michigan Center is an unincorporated community and a census-designated place in the southwestern part of the township.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 51.22 square miles (132.66 km2), of which 48.54 square miles (125.72 km2) is land and 2.68 square miles (6.94 km2) (5.23%) is water. 

Center Lake is on the township's southern boundary and is adjacent to Michigan Center. Gilletts Lake, Brill Lake, and Goose Lake are in the central region of the township. The Portage River runs close to the northern border of the township. The entire township is part of the Grand River watershed.

Leoni places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Tranquil Palms Massage & Spa provides a serene escape with massages, facials, and holistic therapies. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs. Novo Chiropractic specializes in spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a range of chiropractic services. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with a wide array of exercise equipment and group fitness classes. Life Fitness features modern equipment, personal training, and various group fitness classes in a supportive environment. Holistic Health Center provides acupuncture, Reiki, and nutritional counseling for overall wellness. Michigan Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. Henry Ford Jackson Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. 

Top sites in Leoni, MI are Ella Sharp Museum, Ella Sharp Park, and The Cascades.

Population: 13,810 (2023). ZIP code: 49201. Area code: 517. Elevation: 991 ft (302 m). Area: 51.22 sq mi (132.7 km2).

FAQs

What is the history of Leoni, MI?

Leoni township was organized in 1836, by taking the north part of Napoleon and the southeast part of West Portage, now Henrietta, making it the largest township in the county, containing over 29,000 acres. Josiah Mills was elected the first supervisor. Time passed and the pioneers of Jackson County proved in the main to be an energetic, enterprising, and noble race, as is evinced by their public schools, their well-cultivated farms, and tasteful, rural homes, with all the comforts and appointments of life.  Forty years ago the pioneers of Jackson County were mostly young men and women who came to this county, set themselves up in business, and commenced the active duties of life, full of hope for the future.  

What are the demographics of Leoni, MI?

With 13,748 people, Leoni is the 151st most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Leoni racial/ethnic groups are White (92.7%) followed by Hispanic (3.7%) and Two or More (1.9%). In 2022, the median household income of Leoni households was $68,562. Leoni households made slightly more than Swan Creek households ($68,537) and Lenox households ($68,533) . However, 8.7% of Leoni families live in poverty.

Is Leoni, MI a good place to live?

Leoni Township is in Jackson County. Living in Leoni Township offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Leoni Township there are a lot of parks. Many families and retirees live in Leoni Township and residents tend to be conservative.

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Wikipedia

Leoni Township

Genealogy Trails

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Michigan Demographics

Ella Sharp Museum

Ella Sharp Park

The Cascades

Tranquil Palms Massage & Spa

Anytime Fitness

Novo Chiropractic

Planet Fitness

Life Fitness

Holistic Health Center

Michigan Fitness

Henry Ford Jackson Hospital

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