Bloomfield Hills, Michigan facts for kids
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Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
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| City of Bloomfield Hills | ||
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Location within Oakland County
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 Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Location in Michigan
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| Country |  United States |
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| State | Michigan | |
| County | Oakland | |
| Incorporated as a village | 1927 | |
| Incorporated as a city | 1932 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Council–manager | |
| Area | ||
| • City | 5.04 sq mi (13.05 km2) | |
| • Land | 4.96 sq mi (12.84 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.08 sq mi (0.21 km2) | |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) | |
| Population
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| • City | 4,460 | |
| • Density | 899.37/sq mi (347.25/km2) | |
| • Metro | 4,296,250 (Metro Detroit) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code(s) |
48304
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| Area codes | 248 and 947 | |
| FIPS code | 26-09180 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0621616 | |
Bloomfield Hills is a city in Oakland County, Michigan. It is a northern suburb of Detroit, located about 20 kilometers (12 miles) northwest of the city center. Bloomfield Hills is mostly surrounded by Bloomfield Township. In 2020, about 4,460 people lived in the city.
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History of Bloomfield Hills
In 1820, the area that is now Bloomfield Hills was part of Bloomfield Township. For many years, it was mostly farmland. Around the early 1900s, rich people from Detroit started buying land here.
Bloomfield Hills became a village in 1927. Later, in 1932, residents voted for it to become a city. This decision helped the area keep its own identity and not become part of the growing city of Birmingham.
Culture and Landmarks
Bloomfield Hills is home to the famous Cranbrook Educational Community. This place is a National Historic Landmark. It has many historic buildings and beautiful gardens.
The city has also been featured in movies and books. For example, parts of the movie Out of Sight were filmed at a private home here. The comic book character Trance is from Bloomfield Hills. The book Gilda Joyce: The Ladies of the Lake is also set in a private school in Bloomfield.
Churches and Places of Worship
Bloomfield Hills has several important churches. These include Kirk in the Hills Presbyterian Church. It is known for its beautiful design.
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Another notable church is Christ Church Cranbrook Episcopal. It was built in 1928 as part of George Booth's plan for the Cranbrook community. St. Hugo of the Hills Roman Catholic Church was built between 1931 and 1936. Other places of worship include St. George Greek Orthodox and the Detroit Michigan Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Economy and Businesses
Many companies have their main offices in Bloomfield Hills. These include O2 Investment Partners and the Acme Group. The Acme Group includes Acme Mills and Great Lakes Filters.
Other businesses located here are Taubman Centers, TriMas Corp., and Penske Automotive Group. These companies provide many jobs in the area.
Geography of Bloomfield Hills
Bloomfield Hills covers a total area of about 13.05 square kilometers (5.04 square miles). Most of this area, about 12.84 square kilometers (4.96 square miles), is land. The rest is water, like small lakes or ponds.
Population Facts
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 1,127 | — | |
| 1940 | 1,281 | 13.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,468 | 14.6% | |
| 1960 | 2,378 | 62.0% | |
| 1970 | 3,672 | 54.4% | |
| 1980 | 3,985 | 8.5% | |
| 1990 | 4,288 | 7.6% | |
| 2000 | 3,940 | −8.1% | |
| 2010 | 3,869 | −1.8% | |
| 2020 | 4,460 | 15.3% | |
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In 2020, the population of Bloomfield Hills was 4,460 people. The city has grown steadily over the years. Most households in the city are families. The average household has about 2 to 3 people.
Schools and Learning
Bloomfield Hills is known for its excellent schools. Both public and private schools serve the community.
Public Schools
Most students in Bloomfield Hills attend schools in the Bloomfield Hills School District (BHSD). This district serves the city and parts of nearby towns. The main high school is Bloomfield Hills High School. It was formed in 2013 by combining two older high schools.
The district also runs the International Academy. This is a special public high school for students from many different school districts. A small part of Bloomfield Hills is served by the Birmingham City School District.
Private Schools
There are many private schools in the Bloomfield Hills area. Within the city, you can find the non-religious Cranbrook Schools. There is also St. Hugo of the Hills Catholic School, which opened in 1940. The Roeper School is another private option.
Nearby towns like Bloomfield Township have more private schools. These include Brother Rice High School for boys and Marian High School for girls. The Detroit Country Day School is also nearby.
Higher Education
Bloomfield Hills is home to the Cranbrook Academy of Art. This is a top school for art, architecture, and design students. It was started in 1932. The main offices for Oakland Community College are also located in Bloomfield Hills.
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See also
In Spanish: Bloomfield Hills para niños
