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Taylor, MI

Taylor is a city in Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population was 63,409 at the 2020 census. Taylor is the fifth most-populated city in Wayne County and the 17th most-populated city in Michigan.

The area was originally a civil township known as Taylor Township, which was organized in 1848 and later incorporated as the city of Taylor in 1968. Taylor is the most-populated municipality of the Downriver community, and it is located about 5 miles (8.0 km) west of the southern border of Detroit and about 15 miles (24.1 km) southwest of Downtown Detroit.

Taylor is home to the Southland Center, Taylor Sportsplex, Beaumont Hospital – Taylor, the Downriver Campus of the Wayne County Community College District, and is the founding location of Hungry Howie's Pizza. The city was also home to the now-demolished Gibraltar Trade Center. Heritage Park is located within the city and hosts the Junior League World Series, which invites youth baseball players from all over the world for an annual tournament in August. The city is served by the Taylor School District.

The city of Taylor traces its origins back to when it was originally part of Ecorse Township to the west. At this time the land was mostly rural farmland with little development.

The first landowner in the area was Peter Coan, who purchased an 80-acre (32 ha) parcel from the US government in 1830. The Coan family name continues through the existence of the artificial Coan Lake in Heritage Park, which was named in his honor.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 23.63 square miles (61.20 km2), of which 23.60 square miles (61.12 km2) is land and 0.03 square miles (0.08 km2) (0.13%) is water.

Taylor places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Taylor Recreation Center is a central hub for fitness enthusiasts, featuring a gymnasium, indoor track, fitness center, and group exercise classes such as yoga, Zumba, and spin. Additionally, the Taylor Sportsplex provides facilities for ice skating, hockey, and indoor soccer, promoting physical activity and sports participation among residents of all ages. For those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation, Serendipity Wellness Spa offers a range of spa services, including massages, facials, and body treatments, providing a tranquil escape from the stresses of daily life. Corewell Health Taylor Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness and Crunch Fitness offer comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training. 

The top sites in Taylor, MI are Heritage Park, Lakes of Taylor Golf Course, and Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

Population: 62,258 (2022). ZIP Code: 48180. Area codes: 313, 734. Elevation: 614 ft (187 m). Area: 23.63 sq mi (61.21 km2).

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What is Taylor, MI famous for?

Taylor is home to the Southland Center, Taylor Sportsplex, Beaumont Hospital – Taylor, the Downriver Campus of the Wayne County Community College District, and is the founding location of Hungry Howie's Pizza. The city was also home to the now-demolished Gibraltar Trade Center. Heritage Park is located within the city and hosts the Junior League World Series, which invites youth baseball players from all over the world for an annual tournament in August. The city is served by the Taylor School District.

What is the crime rate in Taylor, MI?

The crime rate in Taylor is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 25 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 Taylor is 1 in 41. Based on FBI crime data, Taylor is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Michigan, Taylor has a crime rate that is higher than 89% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

What are the demographics of Taylor, MI?

Taylor is a city located in Wayne County Michigan. Taylor has a 2024 population of 60,588. Taylor is currently declining at a rate of -1.07% annually and its population has decreased by -4.13% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 63,198 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Taylor was White: 69.18%, Black or African American: 20.33%, Two or more races: 7.05%, Other race: 2%, Asian: 1.12%, Native American: 0.33%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Taylor

Neighborhood Scout

World Population Review

Heritage Park

Lakes of Taylor Golf Course

Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

Taylor Recreation Center

Taylor Sportsplex

Serendipity Wellness Spa

Corewell Health Taylor Hospital

Planet Fitness

Crunch Fitness

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