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Scio, MI

Scio Township is a civil township of Washtenaw County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 17,552 at the 2020 census. 

Scio is an unincorporated community located in the northern portion of the township at 42°19′32″N 83°50′22″W. The settlement began with the construction of a mill by Samuel Foster in 1835. Scio, which was named after the township, was platted later that year, and a post office opened on September 9, 1835. The office operated until February 3, 1871, when it closed and transferred to Delhi Mills. Another post office was reestablished in Scio on September 26, 1871.

Samuel W. Foster bought a mill site on the Huron River at what is now Scio in 1835. The community was platted by Dr. Cyril Nichols from Vermont. A post office was established in 1835. The office was moved to Delhi Mills and renamed in February 1871, though the Scio office was re-established in September 1871. The post office took its name from the township; however, early township records were destroyed by fire, and it is uncertain why "Scio" was chosen. There are at least three origins suggested for the name. The first suggests it derives from the Greek island of Chios, and the second that it was named after Scio, New York, although that town was also named for Chios. Thirdly, by coincidence Scio also means "I know" in Latin, so following the American Civil War, some people assumed this was the origin of the name.

The sister townships of Scio and Webster were named as a monument to the birth of the new Greek republic, the end of its citizen's subjection, and the first American senator to support their nation.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau at the 2010 census, the township has a total area of 34.21 square miles (88.60 km2), of which 33.73 square miles (87.36 km2) is land and 0.48 square miles (1.24 km2) (1.40%) is water. A portion of Scio Township's area and population decreased slightly after the census when the village of Dexter was incorporated as an autonomous city in 2014.

Scio Township contains two metro parks along the Huron River: Dexter–Huron Metropark and Delhi Metropark. The Border-to-Border Trail runs through the township.

Scio Township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Massage Luxe provides a relaxing environment with massages, facials, and holistic therapies to rejuvenate the mind and body. Anytime Fitness and Planet Fitness offer 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs, ensuring fitness goals are met at any hour. Verapose Yoga House hosts yoga and Pilates classes that focus on core strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. Gibson Chiropractic Family Health Center emphasizes spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a range of chiropractic services. Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Mitten Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training.
 

The top sites in Scio, MI are Hudson Mills Metropark, The Creature Conservancy, Delhi Metropark, and Dexter-Huron Metropark.
 

Population: 17,552 (2020). ZIP Code: 48103. Area code: 734. Elevation: 873 ft (266 m). Area: 34.21 sq mi (88.60 km2).

FAQs

How did Scio, MI get its name?

Established in 1833, the Township of Scio is named after the Greek Island of Chios. The township’s name has long been questioned by historians because early records were supposedly destroyed in a fire. Therefore, no one is entirely sure how and why Scio, which is not spelled correctly, was selected. However, the pro-Greek sentiment was indeed derived from the support of the Greek War of Independence (1821-32) because the US had recently overcome its fight for freedom.

Is Scio, MI a good place to live?

Scio Township is in Washtenaw County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Scio Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Scio Township there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Scio Township and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Scio Township are highly rated.

What are the demographics of Scio, MI?

With 17,572 people, Scio is the 115th most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities.  The largest Scio racial/ethnic groups are White (72.2%) followed by Asian (13.7%) and Black (4.8%). In 2022, the median household income of Scio households was $135,408. Scio households made slightly more than Cascade charter township households ($135,027) and York charter township households ($134,400) . However, 3.7% of Scio families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia

Scio Township

Niche

Michigan Demographics

Umich Edu

Hudson Mills Metropark

The Creature Conservancy

Delhi Metropark

Dexter-Huron Metropark

Massage Luxe

Anytime Fitness

Planet Fitness

Verapose Yoga House

Gibson Chiropractic Family Health Center

Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

Mitten Fitness

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