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Muskegon Township, MI

Muskegon Charter Township is a charter township of Muskegon County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 17,596 at the 2020 census. The city of Muskegon borders the township to the southwest and is administratively autonomous. 

Muskegon County is a county in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of 2020, the population was 175,824. The county seat is Muskegon.

Muskegon County comprises the Muskegon, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is part of the larger Grand Rapids-Kentwood-Muskegon, MI Combined Statistical Area.

Around 1812, Jean Baptiste Recollect and Pierre Constant set up trading posts in the area. By the Treaty of Washington (1836), Native Americans ceded parts of Michigan, including future Muskegon County, to the United States. This opened up the area to greater settlement by European Americans, who developed farms.

Before 1859, the majority of Muskegon County was part of Ottawa County (the Southern three-quarters). Grand Haven served as the County Seat of this combined County and still serves as the Ottawa County seat today.

Muskegon County was organized in 1859. Its name is from the Muskegon River, which runs through it and empties into Muskegon Lake, and subsequently flows into Lake Michigan. The word "Muskegon" comes from the Ojibwa/Chippewa word mashkig, meaning "marsh" or "swamp".

The township was organized in 1837. The township claims to be the "oldest township in the State of Michigan", as it was the first township officially recognized in the newly created state of Michigan. However, many other townships were created earlier than Muskegon Township.

The township is in central Muskegon County and is bordered to the southwest by the city of Muskegon and to the west by the city of North Muskegon. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 23.8 square miles (62 km2), of which 23.5 square miles (61 km2) are land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km2), or 1.54%, is water. Most of the township is drained by the Muskegon River and its tributaries, while the southernmost portion is drained by Black Creek and its tributary, Little Black Creek. 

Muskegon Township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to cutting-edge equipment and personalized training programs to fit any lifestyle. Muskegon Yoga Center and On The Path Yoga hosts yoga and Pilates classes that enhance core strength, flexibility, and mindfulness for all levels of practitioners. Stachowicz Chiropractic focuses on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness through a comprehensive range of chiropractic services. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free zone with a wide array of exercise equipment and group fitness classes, making fitness accessible to everyone. Muskegon State Park offers outdoor activities like hiking, walking trails, and beach access, encouraging an active lifestyle in nature. Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.
 

The top sites in Muskegon Charter Township, MI: USS LST 393, Pere Marquette Park, Muskegon Museum of Art.
 

Population: 17,596 (2020). ZIP Codes: 49442, 49445, 49457. Area code: 231. Elevation: 643 ft (196 m). Area: 23.84 sq mi (61.7 km2).
 

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What are the demographics of Muskegon Township, MI?

With 17,730 people, Muskegon Charter Township is the 114th most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Muskegon charter township racial/ethnic groups are White (84.7%) followed by Hispanic (7.2%) and Black (4.6%). In 2022, the median household income of Muskegon Charter Township households was $55,621. Muskegon charter township households made slightly more than Flint charter township households ($55,618) and Sullivan households ($55,556) . However, 9.7% of Muskegon Charter Township families live in poverty.

Is Muskegon Township, MI a good place to live?

Muskegon Charter Township is in Muskegon County. Living in Muskegon Charter Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Muskegon Charter Township there are a lot of parks. The public schools in Muskegon Charter Township are above average.

What county is Muskegon Township, MI?

Muskegon Charter Township is a charter township of Muskegon County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 17,596 at the 2020 census. The city of Muskegon borders the township to the southwest and is administratively autonomous. 

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Wikipedia

Muskegon Township

Michigan Demographics

Niche

USS LST 393

Pere Marquette Park

Muskegon Museum of Art

Anytime Fitness

Muskegon Yoga Center

On The Path Yoga

Stachowicz Chiropractic

Planet Fitness

Muskegon State Park

Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital

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