Kent City, MI

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

Kent City is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,218. Residents earn $74,375 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0

B Good

1,218 Population 909/sq mi density

$74,375 Median Income $27,109 per capita

$134,100 Home Value $324,017 Zillow

$325 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

94 Violent Crime/100K 1,973 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.5 / 5.0

$74,375 median income, 1.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$134,100 home value, $325/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

94 violent crimes/100K (75% below avg)

Education

1.9 / 5.0

11.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $74,375

1% lower than US avg

Home Value $134,100

52% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 94/100K

75% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.1%

67% lower than US avg

Median Rent $325

72% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.6%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.3%

64% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.4%

73% lower than US avg

How Kent City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,218

Median Age34.2 yrs

Density909/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans3.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$74,375

Per Capita$27,109

Unemployment1.3%

Poverty3.4%

County GDP$60,316M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$134,100

Rent$325

Ownership88.7%

Zillow$324,017

Housing Units501

Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

Violent94/100K

Property1,973/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%

Uninsured11.4%

Smoking17.2%

Depression29.7%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI51 (Moderate)

Rain38.5 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation838 ft (255 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.1%

High School+81.5%

Graduate+5.1%

School Score5.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%

Commute24 min

Broadband87.8%

EV Stations2

Libraries31

Is Kent City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kent City receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Kent City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kent City is $74,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kent City is $134,100, 52% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $325 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Kent City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,973 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kent City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 51.

Kent City has a population of 1,218 with a density of 909 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (90.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 73% of residents, while 27% speak Spanish. 3.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.8% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,218

Total Population

909

People / sq mi

34.2yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%

Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kent City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 73.0%

7% below US avg

Spanish 27.0%

101% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kent City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kent City is $74,375, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,109 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,198, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 17,705 business establishments, including 1,419 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 2.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kent City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$74,375
	1% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,109
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,198
IRS Avg AGI	$88,553
Gini Index	0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.3%
	64% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.4%
	73% below US avg
Establishments (County)	17,705
County GDP	$60,316M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,419
Healthcare	1,927
Retail	2,160
Manufacturing	1,097

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,376
	111% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.2 min
Drive Alone	88.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kent City is $134,100, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $324,017, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $325 (72% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,278 for a one-bedroom to $1,531 for a two-bedroom apartment. 88.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 501 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $7,376 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$134,100
	52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$324,017
Median List Price	$357,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$357,500
$/Sq Ft	$136
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	94.9%
Price Drops	100.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$325
	72% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,232
1 Bedroom	$1,278
2 Bedrooms	$1,531
3 Bedrooms	$1,980
4 Bedrooms	$2,189

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	88.7%
Owner-Occupied	88.7%
Renter-Occupied	11.3%
Housing Units	501
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,376
	111% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.50%

In Kent City, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 32.0% have high blood pressure. 17.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.8% report binge drinking. 26.9% are physically inactive. 29.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 11.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,068. The dentist ratio is 1:1,255. 95.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Kent City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.6%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	10.9%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	32.0%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	7.7%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.2%
	23% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	26.9%
Depression	29.7%
Mental Distress	19.6%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.7%
Uninsured	11.4%
	33% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,068
Dentists	1:1,255
Mental Health	1:192
Checkup Rate	76.8%
Dental Visits	64.0%
Premature Death	6,630/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	95.6%
Healthcare Facilities	1,927

Kent City has a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents, 75% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,973 per 100,000, 1% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 50 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Kent City receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Kent City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	94.0/100K
	75% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,973.2/100K
	1% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	50
Traffic Accidents	53
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Kent City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. The area receives 48.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 51. 49% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 838 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	47.1°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	838 ft (255 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density	909/sq mi
Coordinates	43.2264°N, 85.7555°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Kent County County
Nearest Airport	Gerald R Ford International (GRR) 27 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"

1% above US avg

Snowfall 48.0"

Wettest Month (Sep) 4.25"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

AQI Median	51.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	49.2%
Unhealthy Days	1

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0423 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	11.2 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.18 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.31 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	10.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	92.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	17.5 / 100
Community Resilience	96.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Very High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively High
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	113 km
Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	105 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	133 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

230 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 29 fatalities, 614 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF5	74 km	17
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	84 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	99 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	27 km	5
Apr 23, 1968	EF3	57 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF3	36 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	74 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	96 km	0
Jun 19, 2009	EF2	86 km	0
Jun 19, 2009	EF2	96 km	0
May 21, 2001	EF2	98 km	0
Jul 4, 1994	EF2	57 km	0
May 28, 1991	EF2	71 km	0
Nov 27, 1989	EF2	81 km	0
May 30, 1989	EF2	99 km	0
May 30, 1989	EF2	97 km	0
Aug 26, 1986	EF2	78 km	0
Jul 15, 1986	EF2	78 km	0
Jun 8, 1985	EF2	85 km	0
Jul 21, 1983	EF2	72 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

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

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1988	ALLEGAN6	1,077	76 km
2018	SER 438 / WHITE RIVER	814	45 km
2019	UNNAMED	793	45 km
1994	COUNTY LINE	735	69 km
2019	BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB	619	74 km
2024	WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX	512	82 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	24°F (-5°C)	1.4 in	Driest
March	33°F (1°C)	2.5 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.1 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.1 in
June	66°F (19°C)	3.0 in
July	70°F (21°C)	2.5 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	4.0 in
September	61°F (16°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
October	49°F (10°C)	3.0 in
November	38°F (3°C)	3.2 in
December	27°F (-3°C)	2.7 in

Kent City has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 23°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.4").

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Kent City is located in Kent County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 11.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 51.8% of the vote, a 5.4-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 31 public libraries serving the community. 1,927 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%

D 51.8%

Winner: Democrat by 5.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	50
Traffic Accidents	53
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.1%
	67% below US avg
High School+	81.5%
Graduate Degree+	5.1%
School Test Score	5.65

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	909/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi
County	Kent County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.8%
Avg Download Speed	161.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	56.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	31
Healthcare Facilities	1,927
Restaurants	1,419
Retail Stores	2,160

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.2 min
Drive Alone	88.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.3%

Average costs for common services in Kent City. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$750
Toddler	$750
Preschool	$590
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$897
Toddler	$897
Preschool	$804

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kent County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	67,987	1,901	$67,366	1.14
Manufacturing	62,796	1,281	$76,496	1.84
Administrative & Waste Services	48,794	1,018	$34,367	1.99
Retail Trade	34,924	1,884	$41,636	0.84
Accommodation & Food Services	31,658	1,354	$26,257	0.84
Wholesale Trade	27,544	942	$82,540	1.68
Construction	20,290	1,622	$81,405	0.93
Professional & Technical Services	19,530	2,017	$98,202	0.68
Finance & Insurance	15,039	1,113	$99,832	0.89
Other Services	13,090	1,689	$48,244	1.05
Transportation & Warehousing	12,941	509	$60,602	0.74
Educational Services	10,460	262	$42,916	1.22
Management of Companies	5,587	86	$114,520	0.80
Arts & Entertainment	4,889	276	$26,669	0.70
Real Estate	4,513	686	$55,380	0.70
Information & Technology	4,273	337	$72,099	0.55
Agriculture & Forestry	2,741	164	$42,979	0.81
Unclassified	1,175	288	$51,887	2.03
Utilities	847	26	$121,201	0.54
Mining & Oil/Gas	98	12	$95,456	0.06

Schools in Kent City

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Kent City Elementary School	Elementary	563	35	16.1:1
Kent City High School	High	416	16	26.0:1
Kent City Middle School	Middle	275	13	21.2:1

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Radio Stations near Kent City

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Today's Hot Country	classic country, grand rapids	MP3 128 kbps
93.3 THE Q	—	AAC+ 48 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
106.9 The Q	pop, top 40	AAC+ 64 kbps
The Q 99.7	christian contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Kent City

3 campgrounds found near Kent City.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
HUNGERFORD EQUESTRIAN GROUP CAMPSITE	4.8/5	1	$75
Pines Point Campground (MI)	4.5/5	5	$30–$100
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	28	$30

National Parks Near Kent City

16 national parks and monuments found near Kent City.

Park	Type	Fee
Bakale Wildlife Unit	State Park	Free
Duck Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Haven 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
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park	State Park	Free
Ludington 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
White Pine Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Wilson State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Kent City

153+ trails found near Kent City.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL	22.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	18.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	11.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	10.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	9.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	8.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MCCCT- BWC	7.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	5.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCT - 7 MILE ATV LOOP	5.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIRCH GROVE TRAIL	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	4.4	SNOW	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	4.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	3.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	3.3	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	3.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 19	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	3.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.9	SNOW	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 14	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 5	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 18	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.7	SNOW	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	2.3	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 4	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 21	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCCT- BWC	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 12	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 10	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 8	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 22	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCCT- BWC	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 23	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 17	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 16	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
OCEANA SMT DNR194	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 11	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LODA LAKE WILDFLOWER TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
BIRCH GROVE TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 15	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 13	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NCT NEWAYGO STATE PARK SPUR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 6	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MCCCT- BWC	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 3	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 7	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT M-37 ROADSIDE PARK SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT TWINWOOD LAKE SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG GP2	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NCT-COOLBOUGH SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 2	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 1	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
LODA LAKE SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NCT 40TH ST. TRAILHEAD SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD HORSE MAPSEG 9	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
LODA LAKE SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIRCH GROVE TRL DIAMONDLK SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUNGERFORD BIKE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—

Historical Trends — Kent City

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,082	$38,958
2015	1,110	$39,750
2017	1,140	$41,938
2019	1,190	$42,132
2021	1,335	$63,000
2023	1,369	$74,375

Museums in Kent City

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
FREDERIK MEIJER GARDENS AND SCULPTURE PARK	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6169571580	$23,665,325
COOPERSVILLE FARM MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM			$103,783
WESTERN MICHIGAN SOCIETY FOR INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6165819340	$391
ALGOMA TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6168661583
BLANDFORD NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6167356240
CEDAR SPRINGS HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6166963335
CHICKAMAUGA AND CHATTANOOGA NATIONAL MILITARY PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4237525213
COOPERSVILE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COOPERSVILLE AREA HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6169977240
GRAND RAPIDS MODEL RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4040 LELAND AVENUE NW	6167840859
GREATER GRAND RAPIDS BOWLING HALL OF FAME	HISTORY MUSEUM		6165308195
HYSER RIVERS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6163641182
RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF NORTHWEST MICHIGAN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4040 LELAND AVENUE NORTHWEST	6167840859
ROCKFORD AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6168662235
SPARTA TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6168872110
WEST MICHIGAN SNOWMOBILE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Kent City

Name	Address	Annual Visits
KENT DISTRICT LIBRARY	814 WEST RIVER CENTER, N.E.	2,838,622
FREMONT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY	104 EAST MAIN STREET	81,251
COOPERSVILLE AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY	333 OTTAWA STREET	49,376
GRANT AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY	122 ELDER STREET	42,354
SPARTA CARNEGIE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	80 NORTH UNION STREET	40,040
CEDAR SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY	43 WEST CHERRY STREET	28,774
NEWAYGO AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY	44 NORTH STATE ROAD	27,000
CROTON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	8260 SOUTH CROTON-HARDY DRIVE	6,550

Farmers Markets in Kent City

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Coopersville Farmers Market	N. Main Street Parking Lot Pavilion				Visit
Crystal Falsh Energy Farmers Market	1754 Alpine Avenue, N.W.
Downtown Sparta Farmers Market	72 N. Union	June to September	Wed:2:00 pm - 6:00 pm;		Visit
Fremont Farmers Market	Dayton St	06/29/2013 to 10/12/2013	Tue: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Newaygo Area Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market	28 State Rd.	06/27/2014 to 08/29/2014	Fri: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Rockford Farm Market	59 S. Main St	05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Solon Market	15185 Algoma Road (at Wiersma Rd.)	06/13/2015 to 10/08/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Gas Stations in Kent City

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mobil

Speedway

Golf Courses in Kent City

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Falls at Barber Creek

Breweries in Kent City

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Boone's Brew Inc	Bars & Pubs, Taverns, Brewers, Wineries	3123 Plainfield Ave N E	6163619444
Cedar Springs Brewing Co	Brewers	21 E Maple	6166962337
Cedar Springs Brewing Company	Brewery, German Restaurant, and American Restaurant	95 N Main	6166962337	Visit
Cellar Brewing Co	Pubs, Breweries, Wineries	500 E Division St
Long Road Distillers	Breweries, Alcoholic Beverages Wholesale & Manufacturers	537 Leonard St N W
Marinades Pizza Bistro	Pizza Place and Brewery	109 Courtland St	6168633300	Visit
Newaygo Brewing Co	Brewers	19 State Rd	2314526551
Perrin Brewing Company	Brew Pubs, Brewery	5910 Comstock Park Dr N W	6165511957	Visit
Poor Man Brewing	Brewery	1625 House St
Robinette's Cellars	Wineries, Brewers	3142 4 Mile Rd N E	6163617180
Smugglers Cove	Take Out Restaurants, American Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, recreation, Seafood	864 E 88th St	2316521196	Visit
The Mitten Brewing Co., The Mitten Brewing Company	Bars & Clubs, Brewery and Sports Bar West Grand, Brewery and Sports Bar, Nightlife, Brewery, Sports	527 Leonard St N W	6166085612	Visit

Pharmacies in Kent City

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
GRICE'S PHARMACY	6 SOUTH MAIN STREET	616-678-5380

Cell Towers in Kent City

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1147 West Spring St.	GTOWER	81
1147 West Spring St.	GTOWER	81
13155 ELLIS ROAD (Ravenna)	LTOWER	79
13315-B WHITE CREEK	TOWER	79
13315-B WHITE CREEK	TOWER	79
River Hollow Site 80th Road	TOWER	77
21027 Cannonsville Rd. (Whitefish Lake #39052)	GTOWER	66
21027 Cannonsville Rd. (Whitefish Lake #39052)	GTOWER	66
Cedar Springs Cell Site 701 Solon Road	TOWER	61
11938 APPLE AVE (94733)	MTOWER	34
11938 APPLE AVE (94733)	MTOWER	34

Fire Stations in Kent City

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Kent City / Tyrone Township Fire Department	218 East Muskegon ST	Volunteer			616-678-4330

Bridges in Kent City

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1977	30	4,670	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1925	24	2,100	P
Tee Beam	Concrete	1925	24	2,100	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1925	24	2,100	P
Culvert	Concrete	2003	24	2,100	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1925	25	1,664	F
Culvert	Steel	1986	20	981	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2023	76	925	G
Culvert	Steel	1970	26	800	F
Culvert	Concrete	2021	21	676	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1931	45	500	G
Culvert	Steel	1967	25	365	F
Culvert	Concrete	2010	30	70	G

Amtrak Stations in Kent City

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Cedar Springs, MI	4010 17 Mile Road	BUS
Rockford, MI	2770 Ten Mile Road, Northeast	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Kent City

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
AMERICAN SEATING CO.	801 BROADWAY AVENUE NORTHWEST	KENT
ENGINEERED POLYMER SOLUTIONS INC D/B/A VALSPAR COATINGS	411 N DARLING AVE	NEWAYGO
MAGNA MIRRORS NORTH AMERICA	700 SOUTH INDUSTRIAL DRIVE	NEWAYGO
METAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC., RAVENNA DUCTILE IRON	3800 ADAMS ROAD	MUSKEGON
METAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC., RAVENNA DUCTILE IRON	3800 ADAMS ROAD	MUSKEGON
METAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC., RAVENNA DUCTILE IRON	3800 ADAMS ROAD	MUSKEGON
WOLVERINE WORLD WIDE INC	470 WOLVERINE	KENT

Airports Near Kent City

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Gerald R. Ford International Airport	GRR	Large Airport
Muskegon County Airport	MKG	Medium Airport
Bakers Field	—	Small Airport
Baldwin Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bellamy Airport	—	Small Airport
Boulder Canyon Airport	—	Small Airport
Cain Field	—	Small Airport
Calkins Field	—	Small Airport
Canadian Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Capen Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Field	—	Small Airport
Curt's Place Airport	—	Small Airport
De Witt Property Airport	—	Small Airport
Dewind Field	—	Small Airport
Doren Field	—	Small Airport
Doss Field	—	Small Airport
Evart Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fairplains Airpark	—	Small Airport
Flying-A-Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Fremont Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Galloway Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Grand Haven Memorial Airpark	—	Small Airport
Greenville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Harry's Field	—	Small Airport
Hastings Airport	—	Small Airport
Hat Field	—	Small Airport
Howard City South Airport	—	Small Airport
Howe Airport	—	Small Airport
Ionia County Airport	—	Small Airport
J P's Field	—	Small Airport
Jablonski Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakeview-Airport-Griffith Field	—	Small Airport
Lowell City Airport	—	Small Airport
Mason County Airport	LDM	Small Airport
Mecosta Morton Airport	—	Small Airport
Midget Airport	—	Small Airport
Minikey Airport	—	Small Airport
Mitch Veenstra Airport	—	Small Airport
Nartron Field	—	Small Airport
Oceana County Airport	—	Small Airport
Ottawa Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Padgham Field	—	Small Airport
Park Township Airport	HLM	Small Airport
Paul C. Miller-Sparta Airport	—	Small Airport
Reading Airport	—	Small Airport
Riverview Airport	—	Small Airport
Roben Hood Airport	WBR	Small Airport
Scott Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Silver Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Somerville Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Kent City

0 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
	289 Danforth Street

Grocery Stores in Kent City

5 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
All American North Country Store	Convenience Store	17645 Tyrone Ave
Dollar General 18124	Other	480 W Muskegon St
Family Dollar 7430	Other	295 W Muskegon St
Kent Mini Mart	Convenience Store	345 S Main St
Speedway 6272 6272	Convenience Store	7 N Main St

Treatment Centers in Kent City

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Bethany Christian Services - Grand Rapids Campus	Mental Health	616-224-7617
DA Blodgett Saint Johns - Saint Johns Home Residential	Mental Health	616-451-2021
Network 180	Both	616-336-3909
Our Hope Association	Substance Abuse	616-451-2039
Pine Rest Christian Mental Hlth Servs - Christian Counseling Center	Mental Health	616-956-1122
Sanford West Behavioral Health Campus	Both	844-776-9651
Wedgwood Christian Services - Ekhart Office	Both	616-942-2110

DOL Wage Violations in Kent City

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $31,998 in back wages owed to 92 employees.

Violations

$31,998

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Whitaker Masonry Inc.	—	—	49330	—	1	$16,855	$2,809	6
John and Stacey Alt	—	—	49330	—	1	$7,202	$424	17
D & D Freeland's Green Top	—	—	49330	—	1	$5,838	$584	10
John and Stacey Alt Farms	—	—	49330	—	1	$1,496	$30	50
Robert Freeland Orchards	—	—	49330	—	1	$607	$67	9

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kent City

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL FUND RAISER	14050 FRUIT RIDGE AVE
SNOW BIBLE CHURCH	1877 18 MILE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kent City

What is the population of Kent City?

Kent City has a population of 1,218 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 909 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Kent City expensive to live in?

Kent City 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 $74,375, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $134,100 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $325 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kent City safe?

Kent City is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,973 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Kent City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Kent City?

Kent City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches, with 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 51.

How is the job market in Kent City?

The job market in Kent City is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,198. There are 17,705 business establishments in the area, including 1,419 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 2.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kent City?

The median home value in Kent City is $134,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $324,017. For renters, the median monthly rent is $325. Fair market rent is $1,278 for a 1-bedroom and $1,531 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.7%. The average annual property tax is $7,376.

How are the schools in Kent City?

Schools in Kent City score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.1% of adults in Kent City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Kent City?

The obesity rate in Kent City is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.2% of adults are smokers. 26.9% are physically inactive. 29.7% of residents report depression. 11.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 95.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,068.

What is transportation like in Kent City?

The average commute in Kent City is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kent City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kent City is 90.4% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 73% of residents speak only English at home, while 27% speak Spanish. 3.9% of the population are military veterans. 10.8% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

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