North Branch, Michigan facts for kids
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North Branch, Michigan
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| Village of North Branch | |
The historic Pioneer State Bank No. 36
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Location within Lapeer County
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 North Branch, Michigan
Location in Michigan
North Branch, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Lapeer |
| Township | North Branch |
| Settled | 1856 |
| Incorporated | 1881 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Village council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.44 sq mi (3.74 km2) |
| • Land | 1.44 sq mi (3.74 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,096 |
| • Density | 761.11/sq mi (293.87/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48461
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| Area code(s) | 810 |
| FIPS code | 26-58080 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0633486 |
North Branch is a small village located in Lapeer County, in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is part of North Branch Township. In 2020, about 1,096 people lived there, making it a close-knit community.
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History of North Branch Village
Early Settlement and Founding
The first people began settling in the area of North Branch in 1854. Among the earliest settlers were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Beach and Mr. and Mrs. George Simmons. They helped to build the first community here.
The very center of the village started with a post office, a store, and a trading post. These important places were set up by John and Richard Beach. They helped the community grow by providing essential services.
Village Incorporation and Growth
North Branch officially became a village in 1881. This means it was recognized as its own local government. At that time, about 900 people lived in the village.
The village gets its name from the north branch of the Flint River. This river flows through the township and is a main waterway in the area. Huron Street is the main road that runs through the village.
Major Fires in North Branch
North Branch has faced challenges, including two big fires in its history. The Great Michigan Fire in 1871 and the Thumb Fire in 1881 caused a lot of damage. These fires destroyed many parts of the town, but the community worked to rebuild.
Geography of North Branch
North Branch is located in Lapeer County, Michigan. The village has a total area of about 1.33 square miles (3.74 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Population and Demographics
Demographics refers to facts about the people who live in a place, like how many there are and their ages. Here's how North Branch's population has changed over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 705 | — | |
| 1900 | 654 | −7.2% | |
| 1910 | 717 | 9.6% | |
| 1920 | 645 | −10.0% | |
| 1930 | 658 | 2.0% | |
| 1940 | 724 | 10.0% | |
| 1950 | 832 | 14.9% | |
| 1960 | 901 | 8.3% | |
| 1970 | 932 | 3.4% | |
| 1980 | 896 | −3.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,023 | 14.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,027 | 0.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,033 | 0.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,096 | 6.1% | |
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North Branch Population in 2010
According to the census taken in 2010, there were 1,033 people living in North Branch. These people made up 415 households, and 261 of these were families.
The village had about 777 people per square mile. There were also 484 homes or housing units. Most of the people living in North Branch were White (96.5%). A small number of residents were from other racial backgrounds. About 3.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Of the 415 households, about 34.9% had children under 18 living with them. About 39.0% were married couples living together. Some households were led by a female (16.6%) or a male (7.2%) without a spouse present. About 37.1% of households were not families.
Roughly 32.8% of all households had only one person living in them. About 14% of households had someone living alone who was 65 years old or older. On average, there were 2.45 people per household and 3.07 people per family.
Age and Gender in North Branch
The average age of people in the village was 34 years old.
- About 27.7% of residents were under 18 years old.
- 8.8% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 26.1% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 23.5% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 13.8% were 65 years old or older.
When looking at gender, 46.0% of the village's population was male, and 54.0% was female.
See also
In Spanish: North Branch para niños
