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Waterford, MI

Waterford is a charter township in the geographic center of Oakland County, Michigan, United States. In 2020, the population of Waterford Township was 70,565.

Lewis Cass, the third governor of Michigan Territory, established the boundaries of Oakland County in 1819. Waterford Township was organized in 1834. In 1818, Oliver Williams selected land in Oakland County that he purchased for two dollars an acre. Archibald Phillips and Alpheus Williams purchased 161.40 acres (653,200 m2) in what would later become known as Waterford Village.

In 1818, Oliver Williams and his family established the first farm settlement in the county on the banks of Silver Lake. In 1819, Alpheus Williams and Archibald Phillips continued to where the Clinton River crossed the old Saginaw Trail (now known as Dixie Highway). They settled at the site of the present Waterford Village. Here the first house of Waterford Village was built by Alpheus Williams on the north bank of the river. Archibald Phillips built his home across from the south corner where Andersonville Road meets Dixie Highway.

Williams and Phillips also built the first dam where the Clinton River crossed the Saginaw Trail and erected the first sawmill. The township was named Waterford because of the vast number of lakes covering the township.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 square miles (91 km2), of which 31.3 square miles (81 km2) is land and 4.0 square miles (10 km2), or 11.22%, is water.

Waterford places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Planet Fitness located on Highland Road offers a welcoming environment for individuals looking to start their fitness journey with state-of-the-art equipment and a judgment-free zone. For those seeking relaxation, Bella Vita Spa & Salon on Dixie Highway provides a range of spa treatments, including massages, facials, and nail services, to pamper and rejuvenate the body and mind. CrossFit Ferocity provides high-intensity workouts in a supportive community atmosphere, helping members achieve their fitness goals through functional movements and varied workouts. Additionally, the Waterford Recreation Center offers a diverse array of fitness classes, including yoga, Zumba, and spinning, catering to individuals of all ages and fitness levels. McLaren Oakland Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Anytime Fitness is a popular gym of choice for those seeking a friendly environment to exercise.

Top sites in Waterford Charter Township, MI are Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, Hess-Hathaway Park, and Dodge #4 State Park. 

Population: 69,394 (2023). ZIP codes: 48327, 48330, 48346, 48387. Area code: 248. Elevation: 948 ft (289 m). Area: 35.3 sq mi (91.4 km2).

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Is Waterford, MI a city or town?

Waterford Township is a charter township in the geographic center of Oakland County, Michigan, United States. The township was named Waterford because of the vast number of lakes covering the township. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 square miles (91 km2), of which 31.3 square miles (81 km2) is land and 4.0 square miles (10 km2), or 11.22%, is water.

What are the demographics of Waterford, MI?

With 69,394 people, Waterford Charter Township is the 21st most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Waterford charter township racial/ethnic groups are White (79.8%) followed by Hispanic (7.8%) and Black (5.8%). In 2022, the median household income of Waterford Charter Township households was $73,089. Waterford charter township households made slightly more than Portage township households ($73,077) and Helena households ($73,056) . However, 5.6% of Waterford Charter township families live in poverty.

What is the crime rate in Waterford, MI?

According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Waterford is 1 in 88. Waterford's crime rate is lower than approximately 40% of Michigan communities. Waterford has an overall crime rate of 11 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America.

Sources

Wikipedia

Waterford Charter Township

Michigan Demographics

Neighborhood Scout

Pontiac Lake Recreation Area

Hess-Hathaway Park

Dodge #4 State Park

Planet Fitness

Bella Vita Spa & Salon

CrossFit Ferocity

Waterford Recreation Center

McLaren Oakland Hospital

Anytime Fitness

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