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Lyon Charter Township is a charter township of Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 23,271 at the 2020 census. 

The city of South Lyon is located on the west side of the township.  Within the township proper there are two unincorporated communities. New Hudson, centered around the junction of Grand River Avenue, Pontiac Trail, and S. Milford Road, just south of exit 155 on I-96 at 42°30′39″N 83°36′56″W. In 1830, Russell Alvord and Daniel Richards, from the state of New York, obtained 40 acres (160,000 m2) of land with the deed signed by U.S. President Andrew Jackson. In 1831, they opened an inn called the "Old Tavern" (still in existence as the New Hudson Inn). This served as a changing point on the stagecoach line known as the New Hudson Station. A stage line post office was established in 1834. A U.S. government post office was established in June 1852. The community was platted by Russell Alvord in 1837. Kensington, a former village that is now Kensington Metropark.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 32.0 square miles (83 km2), of which 31.3 square miles (81 km2) is land and 0.6 square miles (1.6 km2), or 2.00%, is water.

Testek Inc. is located in the Quadrants Research Park. Established in 1969 by engineers, the company designs and builds custom test equipment for the aerospace, industrial and alternative energy industries. Testek is a large defense supplier to the US military. Bielomatik, Inc. is located in the Lyon Industrial Research Park. The company designs and builds plastic welding machinery, primarily for the automotive market. Specialties include hotplate fuel tank welding, linear vibration welding, and traditional hotplate welding on a variety of scales. Pratt Miller Engineering is located in New Hudson and, in addition to an arms division that was established in 2013, is best known as the operator of the Corvette Racing motorsports team.

Lyon Charter Township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Tranquil Touch Birth & Women's Wellness provides a serene environment with massages, facials, and holistic therapies to rejuvenate the mind and body. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs, ensuring fitness goals are met at any hour. Pure Barre hosts classes focusing on strength, flexibility, and core conditioning through low-impact, high-intensity workouts. Wilhelm Family Chiropractic and Massage emphasizes spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a range of chiropractic services. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free zone with a wide array of exercise equipment and group fitness classes for all levels. Lyon Oaks County Park features outdoor activities, walking trails, and community sports programs, encouraging residents to stay active. Ascension Providence Hospital Providence Medical Center South Lyon offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. 
 

The top sites in Lyon Charter Township, MI are the Witches Hat Depot Museum, Tanglewood Golf Course, and McHattie Park.

Population: 23,271 (2020). ZIP Codes: 48165, 48167, 48178, 48381, 48393. Area codes: 248. Elevation: 942 ft (287 m). Area: 32.0 sq mi (82.8 km2).

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What are the demographics of Lyon, MI?

With 25,369 people, Lyon Charter Township is the 79th most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. But watch out, Lyon Charter Township, because Walker City with 25,289 people, and Inkster with 25,056 people are right behind you. The largest Lyon charter township racial/ethnic groups are White (82.7%) followed by Asian (7.4%) and Hispanic (5.2%).  In 2022, the median household income of Lyon Charter Township households was $138,563. Lyon charter township households made slightly more than Northville township households ($136,274) and Novi township households ($136,250). However, 3.4% of Lyon Charter Township families live in poverty. 

What county is Lyon, MI?

Lyon Charter Township is a charter township of Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 23,271 at the 2020 census. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 32.0 square miles (83 km2), of which 31.3 square miles (81 km2) is land and 0.6 square miles (1.6 km2), or 2.00%, is water.

Is Lyon, MI a good place to live?

Lyon Charter Township is in Oakland County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Lyon Charter Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Lyon Charter Township there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Lyon Charter Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Lyon Charter Township are highly rated.

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Wikipedia - Lyon Charter Township, Michigan

Lyon Charter Township

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Michigan Demographics

Witches Hat Depot Museum

Tanglewood Golf Course

McHattie Park

Tranquil Touch Birth & Women's Wellness

Ascension Providence Hospital Providence Medical Center South Lyon

Anytime Fitness

Pure Barre 

Wilhelm Family Chiropractic and Massage

Planet Fitness

Lyon Oaks County Park

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