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Southgate, MI

Southgate is a city in Wayne County, Michigan, United States. The population was 30,047 at the 2020 census. Southgate was incorporated as a city on October 8, 1958, which was one of the last remaining portions of the now-defunct Ecorse Township. It is part of the Downriver collection of communities south of the city of Detroit.

Pierre Michel Campau was the first white settler in Southgate. He moved into the area in 1795, which subsequently became a farming community. Other people from the Detroit area at the Rouge and Detroit Rivers followed him to Southgate.

Historically a rural area of Ecorse Township, the areas within present-day Southgate were originally platted with street grids beginning in the 1920s - though most developments only started just after World War II. Among the oldest residential areas in the city is the Old Homestead neighborhood, on the east side.

There are two accounts of the city's name: Southgate is described by local guides as the "South Gate" or entrance to the Metro Detroit area. "A Metropolitan Daily Picture Story" in late 1956 also explained this.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.875 sq mi (17.81 km2), all land. Southgate borders the cities of Riverview (south), Wyandotte (east), Allen Park (northwest), Taylor (west), and Lincoln Park (north), as well as Brownstown Charter Township (southwest).

Southgate places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Kneaded Relief Massage offers a tranquil escape with massages and body treatments aimed at relaxation and rejuvenation. Fitegrity Athletics features modern exercise equipment, personal training services, and a diverse range of group fitness classes suitable for all fitness levels. In Harmony Yoga provides a peaceful environment for yoga practice, with classes focused on improving flexibility, strength, and mindfulness. Shore Chiropractic Clinic emphasizes spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a comprehensive range of chiropractic services. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. Southgate Parks and Recreation Department organizes outdoor activities, walking trails, and community sports programs that encourage an active lifestyle. Corewell Health Care Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.   

The top Sites in Southgate, MI are Heritage Park, MJR Southgate Cinema 20, and Southgate Nature Center.

Population: 29,699 (2022). ZIP Code: 48195. Area code: 734. Elevation: 591 ft (180 m). Area: 6.88 sq mi (17.81 km2).

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What are the demographics of Southgate, MI?

Southgate is a city located in Wayne County Michigan. Southgate has a 2024 population of 28,696. Southgate is currently declining at a rate of -1.06% annually and its population has decreased by -4.09% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 29,920 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Southgate was White: 80.04%, Black or African American: 7.75%, Two or more races: 7.26%, Asian: 2.82%, Other race: 2.01%, Native American: 0.13%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%. 

How did Southgate, MI get its name?

There are two accounts of the city's name: Southgate is described by local guides as the "South Gate" or entrance to the Metro Detroit area. "A Metropolitan Daily Picture Story" in late 1956 also explained this. Southgate's first mayor, Thomas J. Anderson, also stated in 1956 that the name originated from the newly built Southgate Shopping Center at the southeast corner of Eureka & Trenton roads. "We were trying to get a separate post office for our community, and were advised that it would help our cause if the township board passed a resolution creating an unincorporated village," Anderson explained.

What is the crime rate in Southgate, MI?

The crime rate in Southgate is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 24 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Southgate is 1 in 42. Based on FBI crime data, Southgate is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Michigan, Southgate has a crime rate that is higher than 88% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

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Wikipedia

City of Southgate

World Population Review

Neighborhood Scout

Heritage Park

MJR Southgate Cinema 20

Southgate Nature Center

Kneaded Relief Massage

Fitegrity Athletics

In Harmony Yoga

Shore Chiropractic Clinic

Planet Fitness

Southgate Parks and Recreation Department

Corewell Health Care Center

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