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East Grand Rapids, MI

Michigan · Ionia County · Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro

East Grand Rapids is a small city in Michigan with a population of 11,394. Residents earn $168,487 per year, which is 124% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
11,394 Population 3,889/sq mi density
$168,487 Median Income $73,756 per capita
$488,500 Home Value $648,391 Zillow
$1,845 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
33 Violent Crime/100K 822 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$168,487 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$488,500 home value, $1,845/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
33 violent crimes/100K (91% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
82.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $168,487
124% higher than US avg
Home Value $488,500
73% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 33/100K
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 82.6%
145% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,845
59% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

How East Grand Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,394
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density3,889/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$168,487
Per Capita$73,756
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$2,329M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$488,500
Rent$1,845
Ownership94.3%
Zillow$648,391
Housing Units3,893
Rent Burden25.3%

Crime

F
Violent33/100K
Property822/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault8/100K
Burglary108/100K

Health

Obesity28.6%
Uninsured3.2%
Smoking6.7%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation772 ft (235 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+82.6%
High School+99.3%
Graduate+44.8%
School Score5.31

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute17 min
Broadband96.5%
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is East Grand Rapids a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Grand Rapids receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. East Grand Rapids stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Grand Rapids is $168,487, which is significantly higher than the national average / 124% above $75,149. This places East Grand Rapids among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Grand Rapids is $488,500, making it a premium housing market at 73% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,845 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

East Grand Rapids is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 33 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 822 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

East Grand Rapids is a highly educated community / 82.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

East Grand Rapids experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 74.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

East Grand Rapids has a population of 11,394 with a density of 3,889 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.9% of residents. 3.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,394
Total Population
3,889
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

East Grand Rapids vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Grand Rapids vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Grand Rapids is $168,487, which is 124% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $73,756 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $935, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,090 business establishments, including 85 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 23.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: East Grand Rapids vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$168,487
124% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,756
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$62,052
Gini Index0.376 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,090
County GDP$2,329M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare111
Retail136
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,340
24% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home23.9%

Walkability

The median home value in East Grand Rapids is $488,500, 73% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $648,391, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 101.1% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,845 (59% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 94.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,893 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1955. The average annual property tax is $4,340 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$488,500
73% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$648,391
Median List Price$889,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$889,000
$/Sq Ft$309
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio101.1%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory28

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,845
59% above US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Homeownership94.3%
Owner-Occupied94.3%
Renter-Occupied5.7%
Housing Units3,893
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,340
24% above US avg
Effective Rate0.89%
In East Grand Rapids, 28.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 3.8% of residents, below the national average. 25.3% have high blood pressure. 6.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 20.1% report binge drinking. 12.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 13.7% experience frequent mental distress. 3.2% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,953. The dentist ratio is 1:2,386. 65.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: East Grand Rapids vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD3.4%
Cancer8.4%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.7%
52% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity12.2%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress8.4%
Short Sleep28.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured3.2%
63% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,953
Dentists1:2,386
Mental Health1:614
Checkup Rate79.5%
Dental Visits80.8%
Premature Death6,910/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities111
East Grand Rapids has a violent crime rate of 33 per 100,000 residents, 91% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 8.3 per 100,000, robbery at 8.3, rape at 16.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 822 per 100,000, 58% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 623, burglary at 108, vehicle theft at 91 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, East Grand Rapids receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: East Grand Rapids vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent33.2/100K
91% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape16.6/100K
Robbery8.3/100K
Assault8.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property822.3/100K
58% below US avg
Burglary108.0/100K
Theft622.9/100K
Vehicle Theft91.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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East Grand Rapids experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. The area receives 74.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 772 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation772 ft (235 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density3,889/sq mi
Coordinates42.9466°N, 85.6068°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyIonia County County
Nearest AirportGerald R Ford International (GRR)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.6"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 74.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score55.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability33.6 / 100
Community Resilience81.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 30, 2015.

May 2, 2015 5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan M4.2 80 km
Sep 2, 1994 5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan M3.5 83 km
Jun 30, 2015 5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan M3.3 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

286 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 36 fatalities, 811 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956 EF5 60 km 17
Apr 2, 1977 EF4 75 km 1
Apr 2, 1977 EF4 74 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 66 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 79 km 1
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 27 km 5
Aug 24, 2007 EF3 75 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF3 86 km 0
May 13, 1980 EF3 95 km 0
May 13, 1980 EF3 73 km 5
Apr 23, 1968 EF3 84 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF3 14 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF3 41 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF3 64 km 0
Apr 3, 1956 EF3 87 km 0
May 7, 2024 EF2 84 km 0
Jun 19, 2009 EF2 62 km 0
Jun 19, 2009 EF2 63 km 0
May 21, 2001 EF2 65 km 0
Jul 4, 1994 EF2 46 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 ac, 1988).

Year Name Acres Distance
1988 ALLEGAN6 1,077 54 km
2018 SER 438 / WHITE RIVER 814 76 km
2019 UNNAMED 793 77 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 35°F (1°C) 2.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.6 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
September 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in Wettest
October 51°F (10°C) 2.9 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.8 in

East Grand Rapids has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.5").

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East Grand Rapids is located in Ionia County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 82.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 145% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. 44.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.2% of the vote, a 31.9-point margin. 96.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 111 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.2%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+82.6%
145% above US avg
High School+99.3%
Graduate Degree+44.8%
School Test Score5.31
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density3,889/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi
CountyIonia County County

Services

Broadband Access96.5%
Avg Download Speed91.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed22.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants85
Retail Stores136

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home23.9%
Average costs for common services in East Grand Rapids. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit $192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement $192 ($96–$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair $962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement $8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested) $14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense $4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation $481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation $2,405 ($962–$4,810)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter $192 ($96–$385)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$577
Toddler$577
Preschool$524
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$674
Toddler$691
Preschool$691
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Ionia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,673 78 $63,740 2.41
Retail Trade 1,747 131 $31,455 0.94
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,242 118 $51,841 0.47
Accommodation & Food Services 1,207 87 $20,240 0.72
Finance & Insurance 646 54 $64,933 0.86
Other Services 526 171 $29,996 0.94
Wholesale Trade 375 24 $75,935 0.51
Arts & Entertainment 210 20 $22,890 0.67
Educational Services 132 8 $28,342 0.34
Real Estate 50 18 $25,695 0.17
Unclassified 42 11 $45,544 1.63
Information & Technology 23 8 $51,782 0.07

Radio Stations near East Grand Rapids

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Today's Hot Country classic country, grand rapids MP3 128 kbps
99.7 & 1450 WHTC MP3 32 kbps
Jazz Wyoming MP3 128 kbps
KHOL 89.1 Jackson, WY community radio, jackson MP3 130 kbps
WLAV FM 96.9 classic rock, rock AAC+ 48 kbps
WYCE AAC+ 64 kbps
WGVU FM 88.5 jazz MP3 96 kbps
WOOD News news, talk AAC

National Parks Near East Grand Rapids

17 national parks and monuments found near East Grand Rapids.

ParkTypeFee
Bakale Wildlife Unit State Park Free
Duck Lake State Park State Park Free
Grand Haven State Park State Park Free
Grand Mere State Park State Park Free
Hidden Cove Park State Park Free
Hoffmaster State Park (P.J. Hoffmaster) State Park Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach) State Park Free
Jasper Dairy Road Park State Park Free
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park State Park Free
Mears State Park State Park Free
Muskegon State Park State Park Free
Newaygo State Park (leased from Consumer's Energy) State Park Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park State Park Free
Silver Lake State Park State Park Free
Van Buren State Park State Park Free
Van Buren Trail State Park State Park Free
White Pine Trail State Park State Park Free

Trails Near East Grand Rapids

2 trails found near East Grand Rapids.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW

Museums in East Grand Rapids

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CENTER ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6165266271$171,078,941
GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM$61,546,532
FREDERIK MEIJER GARDENS AND SCULPTURE PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6169571580$23,665,325
GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$6,245,501
GRAND RAPIDS ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM6168311000$4,487,163
JOHN BALL ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION6163364301$2,914,042
WEST MICH CENTER FOR ARTS & TECHNOLOGYGENERAL MUSEUM6164547004$1,622,797
GRAND RAPIDS CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM$986,968
GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY LEGENDSHISTORIC PRESERVATION$150,550
LABOR HERITAGE SOCIETY OF WEST MICHIGANHISTORIC PRESERVATION6162414459$108,536
WEST MICHIGAN QUILTERS GUILDGENERAL MUSEUM$23,669
BYRON CENTER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2508 PRESCOTT ST SW6168780888$13,928
ADA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7144 HEADLEY ST SE6166769346
ALGOMA TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6168661583
AVERILL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6166769346
BECKMAZE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2551 OAK LANE SW6162588617
BLANDFORD NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6167356240
BOWNE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8240 ALDEN NASH6168686846
CANNON TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6168746865
CASCADE TOWNSHIP MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6169561228
CENTER OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ART AND HISTORYART MUSEUM6165464269
CHICKAMAUGA AND CHATTANOOGA NATIONAL MILITARY PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION4237525213
CHINESE HISTORIANS IN THE UNITED STATESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GARFIELD NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
GERALD R. FORD PRESIDENTIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
GRAND RAPIDS MODEL RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4040 LELAND AVENUE NW6167840859
GRATTAN TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION12050 OLD BELDING ROAD6166916504
GRCC COLLINS ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6162344000
HISTORY REMEMBEREDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HYSER RIVERS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6163641182
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION247 MORRIS AVENUE SE
MICHIGAN MILITARY AIR LAND/SEAGENERAL MUSEUM4900 37TH STREET SOUTHEAST6169741955
MUSEUM OF MICROCOMPUTINGGENERAL MUSEUM6162432018
RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF NORTHWEST MICHIGANHISTORIC PRESERVATION4040 LELAND AVENUE NORTHWEST6167840859
ROCKFORD AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6168662235
ROGER B. CHAFFEE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM272 PEARL ST NW
SOUTHERN HOUGHTON COUNTY AIRPORT AND HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPARTA TOWNSHIP HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION6168872110
THEN AND NOW HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6166810333
URBAN INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTSART MUSEUM6164547000
VETERANS MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION
VOIGT HOUSE VICTORIAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6164564600
WEST MICHIGAN BLUES SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WESTERN DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WYOMING HISTORICAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3350 MICHAEL AVE SW6162613508

Libraries in East Grand Rapids

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KENT DISTRICT LIBRARY814 WEST RIVER CENTER, N.E.0.02,838,622
GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY111 LIBRARY STREET, NE0.0896,755
GEORGETOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY1525 BALDWIN STREET0.0123,994
SPARTA CARNEGIE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY80 NORTH UNION STREET0.040,040
LEIGHTON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY4451 12TH STREET0.029,982
DORR TOWNSHIP LIBRARY1804 SUNSET DRIVE0.028,657
PATMOS LIBRARY2445 RILEY STREET0.026,686
SALEM TOWNSHIP LIBRARY3007 142ND AVENUE0.024,295
THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY LIBRARY3885 BENDER ROAD0.09,333

Farmers Markets in East Grand Rapids

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ada Farmers' Market7239 Thornapple River Dr.06/09/2015 to 10/27/2015Tue: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;Visit
Byron Farmer's Market84th St & Byron Center Ave05/04/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Caledonia Farmers Market9942 Cherry Valley AveVisit
Centerponite Malls Farmers Market3665 28th Street
Crystal Falsh Energy Farmers Market1754 Alpine Avenue, N.W.
Downtown Market Grand Rapids435 Ionia Ave. SW05/03/2014 to 05/31/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Downtown Sparta Farmers Market72 N. UnionJune to SeptemberWed:2:00 pm - 6:00 pm;Visit
Fulton Street Farmers Market1145 East Fulton05/04/2019 to 10/26/2019Wed: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Grandville Farmers' MarketWilson St
Kentwood Farmers Market4900 Breton Rd SE06/04/2020 to 08/27/2020Thu: 4:30 PM-7:30 PM;Visit
Metro Health Farm Market5900 Byron Center AveMay to OctoberThu:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM;Visit
Middleville Farmers Market100 E Main StVisit
New Horizons Farmers Market2660 Breton Rd., S.E. Corner of Breton/Woodmeadow
Rockford Farm Market59 S. Main St 05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes
South East Area Farmers' Market900 Fuller Ave SESat: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;Visit
South East Area Farmers' Market851 Madison, SE 06/21/2014 to 11/01/2014Sat: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
Spectrum Health Medical Center Farmer's Market100 Michigan Street NE06/01/2014 to 09/30/2014Mon: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Urban Roots Daily Market1316 Madison Ave. SE01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Tue: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Wed: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Thu: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:Visit
YMCA Farmers Market475 Lake Michigan Dr. NW06/06/2013 to 09/26/2013Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit

Breweries in East Grand Rapids

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
B.o.b.'s BreweryBreweries, Food & Drink20 Monroe Ave N W6163562000, 16163562000Visit
Boone's Brew IncBars & Pubs, Taverns, Brewers, Wineries3123 Plainfield Ave N E6163619444
Brewery VivantBars & Clubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer Garden, French Restaurant925 Cherry St S E6167191604Visit
Cellar Brewing CoPubs, Breweries, Wineries500 E Division St
Eb Coffee & PubCoffee Shop, Brewery8980 N Rodgers Ct S E6168917700Visit
Elk Brewing CompanyBrewery700 Wealthy St S E
Founders Brewing CoBrewers235 Grandville Ave S W6167761195Visit
Grand Rapids Brewing CoBrewers171 N W Monroe Ave 7006162333542
Grand Rapids Brewing CompanyBrewery and Gastropub1 Ionia Ave S W6164587000Visit
Gravel Bottom Craft BreweryBrew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beer & Ale, Breweries, Bar & Grills, T418 Ada Dr S E2064038563, 6169207398Visit
Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery SupplyFood & Drink, Breweries418 Ada Dr16169207398
Great Lakes Pub CruiserBreweries, Brewery Tours, Food Tours, Tours & Activities, Food & Drink, More407 Turner N W16163191199
Kitzingen BreweryBrewery1760 44th St S W6163011011Visit
Long Road DistillersBreweries, Alcoholic Beverages Wholesale & Manufacturers537 Leonard St N W
Marinades Pizza BistroPizza Place and Brewery109 Courtland St6168633300Visit
Perrin Brewing CompanyBrew Pubs, Brewery5910 Comstock Park Dr N W6165511957Visit
Poor Man BrewingBrewery1625 House St
Railtown Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink3555 68th St S E
Robinette's CellarsWineries, Brewers3142 4 Mile Rd N E6163617180
Schmohz Brewing Co.Brewers, Brewery and Beer Garden2600 Patterson Ave S E6169490860Visit
The Mitten Brewing Co., The Mitten Brewing CompanyBars & Clubs, Brewery and Sports Bar West Grand, Brewery and Sports Bar, Nightlife, Brewery, Sports 527 Leonard St N W6166085612Visit
Vandermill CiderBrewery505 Ball Ave N E6162598828

EV Charging Stations in East Grand Rapids

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Audi Grand Rapids6045 28th St SENon-Networked22J1772 J1772COMBOpublic
Croswell Ave Public Parking663 Croswell Ave SERED_E2J1772public
EGR Dept of Public Safety744 Lakeside Dr NERED_E2J1772public

Cell Towers in East Grand Rapids

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
MIDDLEVILLE CELL SITE 7642 WEST STATE ROADTOWER82
10399 PATTERSON AVENUETOWER76
10399 PATTERSON AVENUETOWER76

Fire Stations in East Grand Rapids

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
East Grand Rapids Department of Public Safety770 Lakeside DR SEMostly career616-949-7010

Bridges in East Grand Rapids

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197711542,978F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196131542,978P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196121542,937F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196121542,937F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197722529,250G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196135028,460F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19785724,046F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19785724,046F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous201923122,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201922122,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201621213,825F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201621213,825G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196124713,779F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198213410,539F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19731309,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19632306,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19613115,413F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19612195,413F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19612954,416F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19821403,000G

Amtrak Stations in East Grand Rapids

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Grand Rapids, MI440 Century Avenue SWTRAIN
Rockford, MI2770 Ten Mile Road, NortheastBUS

Superfund Sites Near East Grand Rapids

22 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ADA COGENERATION LLC7575 FULTON SREET EASTKENT
ALLOYTEK INCORPORATED2900 WILSON AVENUE SOUTHWESTKENT
AMERICAN SEATING CO.801 BROADWAY AVENUE NORTHWESTKENT
ATLAS EPS, A DIVISION OF ATLAS ROOFING CORP.8240 BYRON CENTER RD.KENT
KEELER MURAKAMI INC2929 32ND ST.KENT
KENT COUNTY WASTE TO ENERGY FACILITY950 MARKET AVE SWKENT
LACKS INDUSTRIES5460 CASCADE ROAD SOUTHEASTKENT
LACKS INDUSTRIES, INC.4375 52ND STREET SEKENT
MAGNA MIRRORS LOWELL DIVISION6151 BANCROFT AVE.KENT
MERIDIAN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INC PLANTS 1 & 73035 32ND STREET SOUTH EASTKENT
MICHIGAN LITHOGRAPHING CO1 CARLTON SOUTHEASTKENT
MICHIGAN PRESTAIN1701 CLYDE PARK SWKENT
MOTORS LIQUIDATION COMPANY300 36TH ST SWKENT
ORGANIC CHEMICALS, INC.3291 CHICAGO DRIVE SOUTHWESTKENT
STEELCASE INC4300 44TH STREETKENT
STEELCASE INC4300 44TH STREETKENT
STEELCASE INCORPORATED1120 36THKENT
STEELCASE INCORPORATED1120 36THKENT
STONE CONTAINER CORP3761 EASTERN AVENUE SOUTHEASTKENT
VALLEY CITY DISPOSAL1040 MARKET AVE SWKENT
VALLEY CITY DISPOSAL1040 MARKET AVE SWKENT
WOLVERINE WORLD WIDE INC470 WOLVERINEKENT

Airports Near East Grand Rapids

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gerald R. Ford International AirportGRRLarge Airport
Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg FieldBTLMedium Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International AirportAZOMedium Airport
Muskegon County AirportMKGMedium Airport
Airbatco FieldSmall Airport
Almena AirportSmall Airport
Bakers FieldSmall Airport
Bellamy AirportSmall Airport
Boulder Canyon AirportSmall Airport
Brooks FieldSmall Airport
Cain FieldSmall Airport
Calkins FieldSmall Airport
Canadian Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Capen AirportSmall Airport
Cherry FieldSmall Airport
Chicora FieldSmall Airport
Coldbrook FieldSmall Airport
Curt's Place AirportSmall Airport
De Witt Property AirportSmall Airport
Dewind FieldSmall Airport
Doren FieldSmall Airport
East Lake AirportSmall Airport
Fairplains AirparkSmall Airport
Flying-A-Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fremont Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Galloway Landings AirportSmall Airport
Grand Haven Memorial AirparkSmall Airport
Greenville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Harry's FieldSmall Airport
Hastings AirportSmall Airport
Hat FieldSmall Airport
Hiram Cure AirportSmall Airport
Howard City South AirportSmall Airport
Howe AirportSmall Airport
Ionia County AirportSmall Airport
J P's FieldSmall Airport
Jablonski AirportSmall Airport
Kerby FieldSmall Airport
Lake Isabella AirparkSmall Airport
Lakeview-Airport-Griffith FieldSmall Airport
Law FieldSmall Airport
Lowell City AirportSmall Airport
Mayes AirportSmall Airport
Mecosta Morton AirportSmall Airport
Midget AirportSmall Airport
Minikey AirportSmall Airport
Mitch Veenstra AirportSmall Airport
Newman's AirportSmall Airport
Oceana County AirportSmall Airport
Ottawa Executive AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in East Grand Rapids

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Barry County Sheriff Middleville Unit
Grandville Police
Kent County Sheriff's Office
Kentwood Police Station4742 Walma Avenue Southeast

Grocery Stores in East Grand Rapids

23 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 67015Supermarket2120 28th St SE
Alpha Fine FoodsGrocery Store2055 28th St
Burton MarathonConvenience Store1405 Burton St SE
Burton Quick StopConvenience Store1215 Burton St SE
Cascade Johnny's Market 4075Convenience Store4033 Cascade Rd SE
Century Food And LiquorConvenience Store2026 Boston St SE
Cornerstone 330Convenience Store1169 E Beltline Ave NE
D&W Fresh Market 1571Super Store1814 Breton Rd SE
D&W Fresh Market 1576Super Store2181 Wealthy St SE
Eastown Citgo 34Convenience Store1560 Lake Dr Se
Eli's Breton Village Mobil LlcConvenience Store2411 Burton St SE
Forest Hills #1400Super Store4668 Cascade Rd SE
Fresh Thyme Market 606GRRSuper Store2470 Burton St SE
Jj Ghotra IncConvenience Store4591 Cascade Rd SE
KortingOther1454 28th St SE
Meijer Gas Station 311Convenience Store1710 28th St SE
Meijer Inc 311Super Store1540 28th St SE
Mitimini LiquorConvenience Store1210 Giddings Ave SE
Safari SupermarketGrocery Store1324 Burton St SE
Speedway 2232Convenience Store4018 Cascade Rd SE
Spice of IndiaOther1310 28th St SE
Walgreens 12561Other4550 Cascade Rd SE
Walgreens 9131Other2643 Kalamazoo Ave SE

Treatment Centers in East Grand Rapids

20 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Battle Creek VAMC - Wyoming CBOCBoth616-249-5300
Bethany Christian Services - Grand Rapids CampusMental Health616-224-7617
Cherry Street Health CenterBoth616-235-7272
Cherry Street Health Services - Heart of the City Health CenterBoth616-965-8200
Cherry Street Health Services - Southside Health CenterSubstance Abuse616-965-8390 x6024
DA Blodgett Saint Johns - Saint Johns Home ResidentialMental Health616-451-2021
Family Outreach Center Inc - OP MH and Subst Use Disorder ProgBoth616-247-3815
Forest View HospitalBoth616-942-9610
Guiding LightSubstance Abuse616-451-0236
Network 180Both616-336-3909
Nottawaseppi Band of the Potawatomi - Behavioral Health ProgramSubstance Abuse616-249-0159 x3651
Our Hope AssociationSubstance Abuse616-451-2039
Our Hope AssociationSubstance Abuse616-451-2039
Pine Rest Christian Mental Hlth ServsBoth616-258-7467
Pine Rest Christian Mental Hlth Servs - Christian Counseling CenterMental Health616-956-1122
Reality Counseling ServicesSubstance Abuse616-475-8660
Sanford West Behavioral Health CampusBoth844-776-9651
Wedgwood Christian Services - Bouma Counseling CenterBoth616-942-2110
Wedgwood Christian Services - Ekhart OfficeBoth616-942-2110
Wedgwood Christian Services - Summit VanAndelBoth616-942-2110

Churches & Religious Organizations in East Grand Rapids

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CALVARY CHAPEL EAST GRAND RAPIDS2448 BEECHWOOD DR SE
ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC CHURCH ENDOWMENT INC750 GLADSTONE DR SE

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Frequently Asked Questions About East Grand Rapids

What is the population of East Grand Rapids?

East Grand Rapids has a population of 11,394 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 3,889 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is East Grand Rapids expensive to live in?

East Grand Rapids has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $168,487, 124% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $488,500 (73% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,845 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is East Grand Rapids safe?

East Grand Rapids is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 33 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 822 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, East Grand Rapids receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in East Grand Rapids?

East Grand Rapids has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches, with 74.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in East Grand Rapids?

The job market in East Grand Rapids is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $935. There are 1,090 business establishments in the area, including 85 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 23.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in East Grand Rapids?

The median home value in East Grand Rapids is $488,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $648,391. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,845. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 94.3%. The average annual property tax is $4,340.

How are the schools in East Grand Rapids?

Schools in East Grand Rapids score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 82.6% of adults in East Grand Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. 44.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is East Grand Rapids?

The obesity rate in East Grand Rapids is 28.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.7% of adults are smokers. 12.2% are physically inactive. 26.8% of residents report depression. 3.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 65.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,953.

What is transportation like in East Grand Rapids?

The average commute in East Grand Rapids is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of East Grand Rapids?

The racial and ethnic makeup of East Grand Rapids is 91.9% White, 1.2% Black or African American. 96.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish. 3.0% of the population are military veterans. 5.0% of residents have a disability. 98.8% have health insurance coverage.

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