Muskegon, Michigan
Muskegon: City in Michigan, United States
About
Muskegon is a city located in the county of Muskegon in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 38,401 and a population density of 818 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 36,462 inhabitants.
The city was created 187 years ago in 1836.
Quick Facts about Muskegon
| Population : | 36,462 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Michigan (United States) |
| County : | Muskegon County |
| Postal code : | 49440–49445 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 231 |
| Area : | 46.93 km2 |
| Altitude : | 6,280 feet / 1914 meters |
| Capital city : | Muskegon is capital of Muskegon County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1837 (187 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time : | 01:47:06 (25th November 2024) |
| Density : | 777 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -5.32% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Muskegon is located at 43°14'3"N 86°14'54"W (43.2341800, -86.2483900).
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- Official Website
Official website of Muskegon
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Muskegon decreased by 5.32% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 38,401 | - | census |
| 2011 | 37,002 | -3.78% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 37,002 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 38,350 | 3.51% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 38,226 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 38,163 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 38,172 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 37,985 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 37,293 | -1.86% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 36,565 | -1.99% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 36,462 | -0.28% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Muskegon
1 Michigan's Adventure
4750 Whitehall Rd, Muskegon, MI 49445, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Pere Marquette Park
3510 Channel Dr, Muskegon, MI 49441, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 USS SILVERSIDES Submarine Museum
1346 Bluff St, Muskegon, MI 49441, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Kruse Park
3205 W Sherman Blvd, Muskegon, MI 49441, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Muskegon Museum of Art
296 W Webster Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Muskegon
1 City of Muskegon
933 Terrace St, Muskegon, MI 49440 ➦ Show Map
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2 Muskegon City Hall
933 Terrace St, Muskegon, MI 49440 ➦ Show Map
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3 Roosevelt Park City Hall
900 Oak Ridge Rd, Muskegon, MI 49441 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Muskegon (80)
People born in Muskegon, including singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer Iggy Pop, astronomer Heber Doust Curtis, former NBA player and head coach Don Nelson, .
List
- Wayne Static (American rock musician (1965-2014)) he was born in 04/11/1965
- Bettye LaVette (American soul singer-songwriter) she was born in 29/01/1946
- Burt Kennedy (American film director and screenwriter (1922-2001)) he was born in 03/09/1922
- Cathy O'Brien (American writer) she was born in 04/12/1957
- David Leestma (American astronaut) he was born in 06/05/1949
- Frank Stanton (broadcasting executive) he was born in 20/03/1908
- Justin Abdelkader (American ice hockey player) he was born in 25/02/1987
- Haddon Sundblom (American artist (1899-1976)) he was born in 22/06/1899
- Carl Russ (American football player) he was born in 16/02/1953
- Nate McLouth (American baseball player) he was born in 28/10/1981
- Ruvell Martin (American Football player) he was born in 10/08/1982
- W. Wesley Peterson (American mathematician) he was born in 22/04/1924
- Drew Naymick (American basketball player) he was born in 18/02/1985
- Hamilton Smith (American screenwriter) he was born in 22/10/1887
- Ronald Johnson (Player of American football) he was born in 03/08/1988
- Vonda Kay Van Dyke (American model) she was born in 19/05/1943
- John Beyrle (American diplomat) he was born in 11/02/1954
- Joseph Beyrle (Recipient of the Purple Heart medal) he was born in 25/08/1923
Schools in Muskegon
College & universities near Muskegon, MI
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 171304 | Muskegon Community College | Muskegon (MI) | 49442-1432 |
Stations (8)
Amtrak & bus stations near Muskegon, MI
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOM | Holland station | 171 Lincoln Ave. | RAIL |
| GRR | Vernon J. Ehlers Station | 431 Wealthy St. SW | RAIL |
| RKF | Rockford, Michigan | US 131 & 10 Mile Road NE | BUS |
| HWC | Howard City, Michigan | 130 North Ensley St. | BUS |
| BGP | Big Rapids, Michigan | 14342 Northland Dr. | BUS |
Post offices near Muskegon
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Muskegon Post Office | Muskegon (MI) | 49440 |
Other cities in Muskegon County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Muskegon County , MI. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Norton Shores | 24,623 | City in Muskegon County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Muskegon Heights | 10,688 | City in Muskegon County in the U. |
| Dalton | 9,409 | Township in Muskegon County, Michigan |
| Wolf Lake | 4,104 | City in Becker County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| North Muskegon | 3,792 | City in Muskegon County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Roosevelt Park | 3,785 | City in Muskegon County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Holton | 2,625 | Township of Michigan |
| Sullivan | 2,612 | Township in Muskegon County, Michigan |
| Whitehall | 1,771 | Human settlement in Muskegon County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Twin Lake | 1,720 | Census-designated place in Muskegon County, Michigan |
| Moorland | 1,718 | Township in Muskegon County, Michigan |
| Ravenna | 1,706 | Human settlement in Muskegon County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Montague | 1,638 | Human settlement in Muskegon County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Lakewood Club | 1,292 | City in Muskegon County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Fruitport | 1,165 | City in Muskegon County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Casnovia | 320 | Township in Muskegon County, Michigan |
Distance to Other Cities
Muskegon distances to largest Michigan cities
