Burton, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Burton, Michigan
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| City of Burton | |
Location within Genesee County
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 Burton, Michigan
Location in Michigan
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Genesee |
| Settled | 1831 |
| Organized | 1855 (Burton Township) |
| Incorporated | 1972 (city) |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 23.42 sq mi (60.67 km2) |
| • Land | 23.36 sq mi (60.49 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.17 km2) |
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 29,715 |
| • Density | 1,272.21/sq mi (491.21/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48439 (Grand Blanc)
48509, 48519, 48529 |
| Area code(s) | 810 |
| FIPS code | 26-12060 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1675445 |
Burton is a city in Genesee County, Michigan. It's like a neighbor to the bigger city of Flint. In 2010, about 30,000 people lived there, making it the second largest city in Genesee County.
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Exploring Burton's Neighborhoods
Burton has different areas, each with its own feel. Here are a couple of them:
- Belsay is located on Belsay Road. You can find it near the train tracks, north of I-69 and Court Street. It's also south of Davison Road. 43°01′35″N 83°35′45″W / 43.02639°N 83.59583°W
- Lapeer Heights is found at the corner of Belsay Road and Roberta Road. This area is just south of Lapeer Road. 43°00′31″N 83°35′42″W / 43.00861°N 83.59500°W
Burton's History: From Settlement to City
Even though Native Americans and trappers lived here first, many of Burton's early settlers came from towns in New York. They arrived around 1835.
The Atherton Settlement
For about 20 years, this area was known as the Atherton settlement. This name came from brothers Shubael and Perus Atherton, and their nephew Pliny Atherton Skinner. They settled near Thread Creek in 1835. Even today, some of their family members still live in Burton!
Becoming a Township
The area officially became Burton Township in 1855. Before that, it was part of Flint Township. The northern part of Burton was even part of Kearsley Township for a few years. On October 12, 1855, Burton Township was separated from Flint Township. The first official meeting for the township happened on April 7, 1856. A post office opened in 1861 but only stayed open for about a year.
Over many years, the nearby City of Flint took over large parts of Burton Township. This was done to help Flint grow and get more money.
Becoming a City
On May 16, 1972, the people living in Burton Township voted to become a city. So, the City of Burton was officially formed on July 1, 1972. More recently, in 2017, Burton started getting its water from the Karegnondi Water Authority.
Burton's Location and Size
Burton covers a total area of about 23.43 square miles (60.67 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 23.36 square miles (60.49 square kilometers). Only a small part, about 0.07 square miles (0.17 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Burton?
Burton has grown a lot over the years! Here's a quick look at how many people have lived here:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 1,363 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,233 | −9.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,145 | −7.1% | |
| 1910 | 987 | −13.8% | |
| 1920 | 2,154 | 118.2% | |
| 1930 | 6,727 | 212.3% | |
| 1940 | 10,909 | 62.2% | |
| 1950 | 18,171 | 66.6% | |
| 1960 | 29,700 | 63.4% | |
| 1970 | 32,540 | 9.6% | |
| 1980 | 29,976 | −7.9% | |
| 1990 | 27,617 | −7.9% | |
| 2000 | 30,308 | 9.7% | |
| 2010 | 29,999 | −1.0% | |
| 2020 | 29,715 | −0.9% | |
| Township until after 1970 census. U.S. Decennial Census 2018 Estimate |
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Burton's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 29,715 people living in Burton. There were also 12,275 households, which are like homes where people live. The city had about 1,272 people per square mile.
Most people in Burton (about 83.8%) were White. About 8.8% were African American, and smaller groups included Native American, Asian, and people of two or more races. About 4.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 22.7% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had 2.40 people. The average age of people in Burton was 42.6 years old.
Burton's Population in 2010
Back in 2010, Burton had 29,999 people. There were 11,964 households. The city had about 1,284 people per square mile.
In 2010, about 88.1% of people were White, and 7.3% were African American. Other groups included Native American, Asian, and people of two or more races. About 3.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 33.1% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.50 people. The average age was 38.6 years old.
Burton's Climate
Burton has a climate with big changes between seasons. Summers are usually warm to hot, and can be humid. Winters are cold, and sometimes very cold. This type of weather is called a humid continental climate.
Famous People from Burton
Many interesting people have come from Burton, Michigan! Here are a few:
- Sumner Howard – A politician and judge in Michigan and Arizona.
- Froggy Fresh – A musician.
- Nick Khouri – An economic advisor and the 46th Treasurer of Michigan.
- Jill Parr – A contemporary Christian musician.
- Nedra Pickler – A journalist.
- Dan Skuta – A professional football player (linebacker) in the NFL.
- Paula Zelenko – A politician.
See also
In Spanish: Burton (Míchigan) para niños
