Boyne City, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Boyne City, Michigan
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Looking east along Water Street in the Boyne City Central Historic District
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| Motto(s):
"Where Life Meets Lake"
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Location within Charlevoix County
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 Boyne City, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Boyne City, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Michigan |
| County | Charlevoix |
| Settled | 1856 |
| Incorporated | 1885 (village) 1907 (city) |
| Government | |
| • Type | City commission |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.34 sq mi (13.82 km2) |
| • Land | 3.98 sq mi (10.32 km2) |
| • Water | 1.35 sq mi (3.50 km2) |
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,816 |
| • Density | 957.59/sq mi (369.77/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
49712
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| Area code(s) | 231 |
| FIPS code | 26-09820 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0621826 |
Boyne City is a lively city located in Charlevoix County, in the state of Michigan, USA. It's known for being at the eastern end of Lake Charlevoix, which is Michigan's third largest inland lake! The city also sits where the Boyne River flows into the lake. This river was named after the famous River Boyne in Leinster, Ireland. In 2020, about 3,816 people lived here, making it the biggest city in Charlevoix County.
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Discovering Boyne City's Past
Boyne City started as a settlement in 1856. It got its first post office in 1869, making it easier for people to send and receive mail. An inn, a type of hotel, opened in 1879. This helped travelers find a place to stay.
Boyne became a village in 1885. A village is a small community that has some local government. The name officially changed to Boyne City in 1904. Then, in 1907, it became an official city. This meant it had a larger local government and more services for its residents.
Exploring Boyne City's Location
Boyne City covers a total area of about 5.42 square miles (14.04 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 4.06 square miles (10.52 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 1.36 square miles (3.52 square kilometers), is water. This includes parts of Lake Charlevoix and the Boyne River.
Understanding Boyne City's Weather
Boyne City has a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means it has big differences in temperature throughout the year. Summers are usually warm to hot and can be humid. Winters are cold, sometimes very cold, with snow and ice.
Getting Around Boyne City
Boyne City has several ways to travel, whether by car, plane, or even by remembering its old train routes.
Main Roads in Boyne City
- M-75 is a state highway that curves through the city.
- County Highway C-56 (also known as Lake Street) runs through the northern part of the city. It ends when it meets M-75.
- County Highway C-73 (Boyne City Road) briefly enters the city from the south. It also ends at M-75.
Boyne City's Airport
The Boyne City Municipal Airport is a public airport right within the city limits. It's used by small planes and for local flights.
Boyne City's Railroad History
The Boyne City Railroad was a railway company based in Boyne City. It operated from 1893 to 1978. Boyne City once had its own train station. This station was part of a larger railway system called the Boyne City, Gaylord & Alpena Railroad.
Who Lives in Boyne City?
The number of people living in Boyne City has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 450 | — | |
| 1900 | 912 | 102.7% | |
| 1910 | 5,218 | 472.1% | |
| 1920 | 4,284 | −17.9% | |
| 1930 | 2,650 | −38.1% | |
| 1940 | 2,904 | 9.6% | |
| 1950 | 3,028 | 4.3% | |
| 1960 | 2,797 | −7.6% | |
| 1970 | 2,969 | 6.1% | |
| 1980 | 3,348 | 12.8% | |
| 1990 | 3,478 | 3.9% | |
| 2000 | 3,503 | 0.7% | |
| 2010 | 3,735 | 6.6% | |
| 2020 | 3,816 | 2.2% | |
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As of the 2010 census, there were 3,735 people living in Boyne City. Most residents were White (94.9%). A small percentage were African American, Native American, or Asian. About 1.3% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Boyne City was about 41.9 years old. About 23.9% of residents were under 18 years old. This means there are many families with children living in the city.
Fun Things to Do in Boyne City
Boyne City is a great place for events and has a bit of sports history too!
Exciting Events
- Boyne City hosts the National Morel Mushroom Festival every May. People come from all over to celebrate these unique mushrooms.
Sports History
- The Boyne City Boosters were a minor league baseball team. They played in the Michigan State League from 1911 to 1914.
Learning in Boyne City
Boyne City has its own school system called Boyne City Public Schools. This district serves students living in the city and in many nearby areas.
Famous People from Boyne City
- Charles Archibald Nichols was a politician who served in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was born in Boyne City.
- John William Tebbel was a journalist, editor, writer, and teacher. He was also born in Boyne City.
See also
In Spanish: Boyne City para niños
