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Romulus, MI

Romulus is a city in Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 23,989 at the 2010 census. Romulus is a western suburb of Metro Detroit and is also considered part of the Downriver collection of communities. It is most notable as the location of the Detroit Metropolitan Airport, a major hub for Delta Air Lines. 

The first white settler in Romulus was Samuel Polyne, a French-Canadian, who settled on section 2 in 1826, though he left soon after the township was organized in 1835. The first settler in the village proper (before the 1865 annexation of the whole village and township into one city) was Samuel McMath, who moved from New York state to the area in 1827. He improved land and planned to bring his family to settle there, but he died before he could carry out this plan.

Solomon Whitaker, Charles, and Joseph Pulcifer located in the area in 1830, and in 1833, Jenks Pullen and his six sons settled at what became known as "Pullen's Corners" (located in section 19 at the intersection of Ozga and Goddard roads, now commonly called "Five Points"). Pullen's Corners was platted in 1836. The community later took on the name of the township. The township of Romulus was set off from a part of Huron Township by an act of the Michigan Territorial Council on March 17, 1835, and the first township meeting was held on April 16, 1835, two years before the State of Michigan was admitted into the Union (1837), in the house of Joseph T. Pullen. The first supervisor was David J. Pullen. The township's name was changed to "Wayne" on March 19, 1845, but was changed back to Romulus on January 16, 1848. Romulus was incorporated as a city in 1970.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 35.95 square miles (93.11 km2), of which 35.61 square miles (92.23 km2) is land and 0.35 square miles (0.91 km2) (0.95%) is water. Romulus is in the south-central portion of Wayne County. Interstate 94 (I-94) and I-275 run through the city. The City of Romulus is bordered to the north by Van Born Road, to the south by Pennsylvania Road, to the east by Inkster Road, and to the west by Hannan Road. 

Romulus, MI offers a variety of spas, gyms, and health and wellness activities that cater to the health and fitness needs of its residents. Revitalize Spa & Wellness provides a serene environment with massages, facials, and holistic therapies. Romulus Athletic Center features a wide range of fitness equipment, swimming pools, and group exercise classes. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs. The Goat Yoga hosts yoga and Pilates classes focusing on core strength and flexibility. Evermingham Chiropractic focuses on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a range of chiropractic services. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. Corewell Health Wayne Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.

The top sites in Romulus, MI are Blocks Stand and Greenhouse, LLC, Delta Sky Club (A38), and Mary Ann Banks Park.

Population: 25,178 (2020). ZIP Codes: 48174, 48184, 48242. Area code: 734. Elevation: 659 ft (201 m). Area: 35.95 sq mi (93.12 km2).

FAQs

How did Romulus, MI get its name?

The origins of Romulus are steeped in early American settler history, with the area first being inhabited in the early 19th century. Named after the legendary founder of Rome, the township’s moniker is a testament to its founders’ aspirations for growth and grandeur. As Detroit evolved into a behemoth of the automotive industry, Romulus smartly navigated its growth, becoming instrumental in the region’s logistics and transportation landscape. Nature holds a dear place in Romulus’s ethos. Despite its industrial leanings, the city boasts numerous green retreats, like Mary Ann Banks Memorial Park and Elmer Johnson Park. These spaces serve as lungs for the city, offering residents recreational avenues and a chance to connect with Michigan’s innate natural beauty.

Is Romulus, MI safe?

With a crime rate of 35 per one thousand residents, Romulus has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 29. Within Michigan, more than 95% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Romulus. In fact, after researching dangerous places to live, NeighborhoodScout found Romulus to be one of the top 100 most dangerous cities in the U.S.A.

What county is Romulus, MI in?

Romulus is a city in Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 23,989 at the 2010 census. Romulus is a western suburb of Metro Detroit and is also considered part of the Downriver collection of communities. It is most notable as the location of the Detroit Metropolitan Airport, a major hub for Delta Air Lines.

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Wikipedia

City of Romulus

Covertree

Neighborhood Scout

Blocks Stand and Greenhouse, LLC

Delta Sky Club (A38)

Mary Ann Banks Park

Revitalize Spa & Wellness

Romulus Athletic Center

Anytime Fitness

The Goat Yoga

Evermingham Chiropractic

Planet Fitness

Corewell Health Wayne Hospital

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