Lexington, Michigan facts for kids
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Lexington, Michigan
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Looking west up Huron Street, Lexington, Michigan
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Location of Lexington, Michigan
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Sanilac |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.39 sq mi (3.61 km2) |
| • Land | 1.38 sq mi (3.58 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
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| • Total | 943 |
| • Density | 682.34/sq mi (263.43/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
48450
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| Area code(s) | 810 |
| FIPS code | 26-47280 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0630359 |
Lexington is a small village in Sanilac County, located in the U.S. state of Michigan. In 2010, the village had a population of 1,178 people. It is part of Lexington Township.
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Village Geography
Lexington is a village with a total area of about 1.41 square miles (3.65 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.40 square miles (3.63 square kilometers), is land. A very small part, 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water.
Village Population and Demographics
The word "demographics" describes the different groups of people living in a place. This includes things like age, gender, and how many people live there.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 953 | — | |
| 1890 | 712 | −25.3% | |
| 1900 | 619 | −13.1% | |
| 1910 | 519 | −16.2% | |
| 1920 | 378 | −27.2% | |
| 1930 | 380 | 0.5% | |
| 1940 | 326 | −14.2% | |
| 1950 | 594 | 82.2% | |
| 1960 | 722 | 21.5% | |
| 1970 | 834 | 15.5% | |
| 1980 | 765 | −8.3% | |
| 1990 | 779 | 1.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,104 | 41.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,178 | 6.7% | |
| 2020 | 943 | −19.9% | |
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Population in 2010
According to the census from 2010, there were 1,178 people living in Lexington. These people lived in 599 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home.
The village had about 841 people per square mile (324 people per square kilometer). Most residents were White (97.3%). About 1.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Lexington was 55.2 years old. About 15.2% of the residents were under 18 years old. Many people, 33%, were 65 years or older.
Lexington Harbor
The Lexington Harbor was built and is kept up by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This harbor is mainly used for fun activities like boating. It has ramps for launching and taking out boats. There are also places to refuel boats and 190 spots where boats can dock.
The harbor needs to be cleaned regularly because sand and dirt can get into the water. This cleaning process is called dredging. It happens about every 3 to 5 years. The sand and dirt that are removed are placed on the nearby beaches.
Famous People from Lexington
Lexington has been home to several notable people. These individuals achieved important things in their fields.
- Harriet Gertrude Eddy: She was a librarian and educator. She was born in Lexington and is recognized in the California Library Hall of Fame.
- Louis H. Fead: Born in Lexington, he became the Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme Court. This is a very important legal position in the state.
- Walter Lorenzo Marr: He was an automotive pioneer. This means he was one of the early important people in the car industry.
- Charles Lathrop Pack: He was a well-known lumberman. This means he worked in the timber and wood industry.
- Albert Sleeper: He was a former Governor of Michigan. He lived and passed away in Lexington.
See also
In Spanish: Lexington (Míchigan) para niños
