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Springfield, MI

Springfield is a city in Calhoun County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is an enclave of the city of Battle Creek. The population was 5,292 at the 2020 census. 

Springfield's Begg Park is located at 503 Military Avenue just off M-96 and is Springfield's largest park at 20.7 acres (8.4 ha). It is home to a professional 18-hole disk golf course and hosted the 2008 Disc Golf World Championship. In addition to the disc golf course, Begg Park also has the Springfield Farmers' Market, a playground area, a picnic pavilion, open spaces, tree-shaded areas, paved walking trails, and a brook that cuts through the park's center. 

Upton Park is a 6.2-acre park located between Nettles Street and Upton Avenue in Springfield, Michigan. The park features a 1-acre pond used for fishing and model boat racing. In addition, the park has a pavilion used for picnics, playground equipment, a basketball court, and a walking trail that circles the pond. The park is located in the Central and Eastern neighborhoods and is located at the center of one of Springfield's most established neighborhoods. Upton Park is formally known as John F. Kennedy Park.

The City of Springfield received a grant in 2012 from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to create a park out of a small piece of city-owned property near the intersection of 27th Street and Frisbie Boulevard. The park has a basketball court and playscape enclosed by a fence.

Rothchild Park is an open park located at Helmer Road and Harmonia Road. It is approximately 12 acres (4.9 ha) and features a pavilion with picnic tables and a dog park.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.70 square miles (9.58 km2), of which 3.66 square miles (9.48 km2) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km2) is water.

Springfield places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Serenity Spa and Salon provides a relaxing retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies aimed at rejuvenating both body and mind. Pure MI Fitness offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. The Yoga Zen hosts a range of yoga and Pilates classes focused on enhancing core strength, flexibility, and overall wellness. Battle Creek Family Chiropractic specializes in spinal health, pain relief, and comprehensive wellness care. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with various exercise equipment and group fitness classes. Bronson Methodist Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs

The top Sites in Springfield, MI are the Honolulu House Museum, the American Museum of Magic, and Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary.

Population: 5,266 (2022). ZIP Codes: 48346, 48348, 48350, 48442. Area codes: 248. Elevation: 1,017 ft (310 m). Area: 36.7 sq mi (95.2 km2).
 

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What are the demographics of Springfield City, MI?

With 5,281 people, Springfield City is the 345th most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Springfield city racial/ethnic groups are White (67.0%) followed by Two or More (9.8%) and Asian (9.4%). In 2022, the median household income of Springfield city households was $40,091. Springfield city households made slightly more than Cheboygan households ($39,919) and Lincoln township households ($39,861). However, 23.1% of Springfield city families live in poverty.

Is Springfield City, MI expensive?

Springfield, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.5% lower than the U.S. average and 9.8% higher than the average for Michigan. A typical home costs $107,300, which is 68.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 50.9% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700.

What county is Springfield City, MI?

Springfield is a city in Calhoun County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is an enclave of the city of Battle Creek. The population was 5,292 at the 2020 census. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.70 square miles (9.58 km2), of which 3.66 square miles (9.48 km2) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km2) is water.

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City of Springfield

Bestplaces

Michigan Demographics

Honolulu House Museum

American Museum of Magic

Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary

Serenity Spa and Salon

Pure MI Fitness

The Yoga Zen

Battle Creek Family Chiropractic

Planet Fitness

Bronson Methodist Hospital

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