Almont, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Almont, Michigan
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Location within Lapeer County
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 Almont, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Almont, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Lapeer |
| Township | Almont |
| Settled | 1828 |
| Incorporated | 1855 |
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| • Type | Village council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.34 sq mi (3.48 km2) |
| • Land | 1.34 sq mi (3.48 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 850 ft (259 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,846 |
| • Density | 2,123.88/sq mi (820.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48003
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| Area code(s) | 810 |
| FIPS code | 26-01660 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397941 |
Almont is a small village located in Lapeer County, Michigan. It's part of Almont Township. In 2020, about 2,846 people called Almont home.
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History of Almont
Almont was first settled in 1828 by a person named James Deneen. It got its first post office in 1835. This post office was called Bristol, named after Oliver Bristol, who was the second person to settle there permanently.
The village was officially mapped out in 1836 and was first named Newburg. Later, in 1846, its name was changed to Almont.
Why Almont Was Named Almont
Ever wonder how Almont got its unique name? According to a book called "Almont, The Tale of Then and Now" by HildaMae Bowman, the village's name was changed in 1845. It was chosen to honor Juan Almonte, a general from Mexico.
Where is Almont?
Almont is a village that covers about 1.34 square miles (3.48 square kilometers) of land. There's no water area within the village limits.
The center of Almont is where two main roads meet: M-53 (also known as Van Dyke) and St. Clair Street. If you go east on St. Clair, it becomes Almont Road. If you go west, it becomes General Squire Road. Sometimes, people also call this area "40 Mile Road."
Almont is surrounded by other towns. To the south, you'll find Bruce Township and Romeo. To the northwest is Dryden, and to the north is Imlay City. East of Almont is Allenton, and to the northeast is Capac. Almont is about 40 miles (64 kilometers) north of the big city of Detroit.
People of Almont
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 837 | — | |
| 1890 | 717 | −14.3% | |
| 1900 | 718 | 0.1% | |
| 1910 | 675 | −6.0% | |
| 1920 | 789 | 16.9% | |
| 1930 | 844 | 7.0% | |
| 1940 | 924 | 9.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,035 | 12.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,279 | 23.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,634 | 27.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,857 | 13.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,354 | 26.8% | |
| 2000 | 2,803 | 19.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,674 | −4.6% | |
| 2020 | 2,846 | 6.4% | |
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In 2010, there were 2,674 people living in Almont. There were 1,030 households, which are like homes where people live. About 728 of these were families.
Most people in Almont are White (93.1%). A small number are African American, Native American, or Asian. About 7.4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Almont in 2010 was 37.2 years old. About 26.9% of the residents were under 18 years old.
Famous People from Almont
Almont has been home to some notable people:
- Ryan Claridge – A linebacker who played for the New England Patriots in 2005.
- Travis Claridge – An offensive lineman for the Atlanta Falcons from 2000 to 2003.
- Robert M. Shoemaker – A General in the United States Army.
- Henry Stephens – A successful businessman.
- Marshall Sylver – A motivational speaker, author, hypnotist, and entertainer.
See also
In Spanish: Almont (Míchigan) para niños
