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Pittsfield Charter Township, MI

Pittsfield Charter Township is a charter township of Washtenaw County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 39,147 at the 2020 census. 

Lucerne is a former settlement within the township that had its own post office from May 10, 1837, until July 5, 1853. Mallett's Creek is a former settlement within the township. It was named after the nearby stream Malletts Creek, and it was given a post office named Mallett's on June 4, 1834. The post office closed on January 23, 1840. Nebraska was a community settled in 1878 about 6.0 miles (9.7 km) east of Saline. Pittsfield is a former settlement within the township. George Noyes made the first land purchase in the area as early as 1824. The county's first school, the McCracken School, was built here in 1825. The settlement was formally named Pitt in 1831 and was named in honor of former English prime minister William Pitt. A post office named Pitt opened on January 21, 1835, but closed on September 14, 1836. The community was renamed Pittsfield in 1840. In 1878, a railway line along the Toledo & Ann Arbor Railroad was constructed through the area. The post office was reestablished under the name Pittsfield from September 1879 until it closed on December 31, 1907.

When Ann Arbor Township was organized in 1827 it included what is now Pittsfield Township in its boundaries. The township was organized as the Township of Pitt in 1834. The name had been suggested by Ezra Carpenter. The current name was adopted in 1839. It became a charter township in 1972. In 2006 the Ann Arbor District Library opened its Pittsfield branch.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 27.33 square miles (70.78 km2), of which 27.26 square miles (70.60 km2) is land and 0.07 square miles (0.18 km2) (0.26%) is water. The source of Paint Creek is within the northeast portion of the township. 

Pittsfield Charter Township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Vie Fitness & Spa offers state-of-the-art equipment, personal training, and a range of spa services, ensuring a comprehensive approach to fitness and relaxation. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to a wide array of exercise equipment and personalized training programs, making fitness convenient for everyone. Align Chiropractic specializes in spinal health and pain relief with advanced chiropractic services and wellness plans. Pure Barre provides a low-impact, high-intensity workout focused on strengthening and toning muscles through ballet-inspired exercises. Additionally, Lillie Park offers outdoor activities, walking trails, and sports facilities, encouraging residents to enjoy nature while staying active. Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness offers a comprehensive range of fitness facilities, including state-of-the-art equipment, personal training, and group fitness classes.

The top sites in Pittsfield Charter Township, MI are the University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum, Matthaei Botanical Gardens, and Leslie Science & Nature Center.
 

Population: 38,884 (2018). ZIP Codes: 48197, 48108. Area code: 734. Elevation: 827 ft (252 m). Area: 27.33 sq mi (70.78 km2).
 

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What are the demographics of Pittsfield Charter Township, MI?

With 39,222 people, Pittsfield Charter Township is the 46th most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Pittsfield charter township racial/ethnic groups are White (58.0%) followed by Asian (15.8%) and Black (12.9%). In 2022, the median household income of Pittsfield Charter Township households was $92,065. Pittsfield charter township households made slightly more than Aurelius households ($91,635) and Berlin charter township households ($91,520) . However, 4.6% of Pittsfield Charter Township families live in poverty.

What county is Pittsfield Charter Township, MI?

Pittsfield Charter Township is a charter township of Washtenaw County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 39,147 at the 2020 census. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 27.33 square miles (70.78 km2), of which 27.26 square miles (70.60 km2) is land and 0.07 square miles (0.18 km2) (0.26%) is water.

Is Pittsfield Charter Township, MI a good place to live?

Pittsfield Charter Township is in Washtenaw County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Pittsfield Charter Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Pittsfield Charter Township there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Pittsfield Charter Township and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Pittsfield Charter Township are highly rated.

Sources

Wikipedia

Pittsfield Charter Township

Niche

Michigan Demographics

University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum

Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Leslie Science & Nature Center

Vie Fitness & Spa

Anytime Fitness

Align Chiropractic

Pure Barre

Lillie Park

Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

Planet Fitness

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