Barryton, Michigan facts for kids
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Barryton, Michigan
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Village
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| Motto(s):
Life is Good Where the Rivers Meet
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Location in Mecosta, Michigan
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Mecosta |
| Township | Fork |
| Established | 1894 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.03 sq mi (2.68 km2) |
| • Land | 0.96 sq mi (2.48 km2) |
| • Water | 0.08 sq mi (0.20 km2) |
| Elevation | 981 ft (299 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 405 |
| • Density | 423.20/sq mi (163.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
49305
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| Area code(s) | 989 |
| FIPS code | 26-05580 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398039 |
Barryton is a small village located in Mecosta County, Michigan, in the United States. It's a quiet place, and in 2020, about 405 people lived there. The village is found in Fork Township and is right on M-66, an important road.
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History
When Was Barryton Started?
The village of Barryton was officially created in 1894. It has been a community for over a hundred years!
A Big Decision in 2020
In 2020, some people wanted to change how Barryton was run. They started a petition to "dissolve" the village. This would have meant it would no longer be a separate village.
Enough people signed the petition for it to be voted on. However, the idea was voted against, so Barryton stayed a village. If it had passed, it would have been the first village in Michigan to ever choose to stop being a village on its own.
Geography
Where is Barryton Located?
Barryton is in the northeastern part of Mecosta County. It's about 21 miles (34 km) east of Big Rapids, which is the main city of the county. It's also about 30 miles (48 km) northwest of Mount Pleasant.
How Big is Barryton?
The village covers a total area of about 1.03 square miles (2.68 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, but a small part, about 0.08 square miles (0.20 square kilometers), is water.
Rivers in Barryton
Two parts of the Chippewa River meet right here in Barryton. These are the West Branch and the North Branch. When they join, they form the main Chippewa River. This river is part of a larger system that eventually flows into the Saginaw River.
Main Road
- M-66 is a state highway that goes through Barryton, running from north to south.
Demographics
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 411 | — | |
| 1920 | 364 | −11.4% | |
| 1930 | 331 | −9.1% | |
| 1940 | 342 | 3.3% | |
| 1950 | 445 | 30.1% | |
| 1960 | 418 | −6.1% | |
| 1970 | 368 | −12.0% | |
| 1980 | 422 | 14.7% | |
| 1990 | 393 | −6.9% | |
| 2000 | 381 | −3.1% | |
| 2010 | 355 | −6.8% | |
| 2020 | 405 | 14.1% | |
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The word "demographics" means facts about the people who live in a place. In 2010, there were 355 people living in Barryton. By 2020, the population had grown to 405 people.
Who Lives in Barryton?
In 2010, about 22% of the people in Barryton were under 18 years old. About 23.4% were 65 years old or older. The average age of people in the village was about 41 years old. There were slightly more females than males living in Barryton.
Culture
Barryton Lilac Festival
Barryton is famous for its annual Lilac Festival! This fun event happens every year on the first full weekend of June. It's a great time for everyone.
The festival includes many exciting activities. You can see a cool car show, enjoy carnival rides, and even participate in a 5k race. There's also a flea market where you can find unique treasures, and a parade that marches through the village.
Education
Barryton Elementary School
Barryton has its own elementary school called Barryton Elementary. The original school building was built a long time ago, in 1935. A new school building was finished in 2020.
This school teaches about 260 students. It serves children from preschool all the way up to fourth grade. Barryton Elementary is part of the larger Chippewa Hills School District.
