Reading, Michigan facts for kids
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Reading, Michigan
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| City of Reading | |
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Downtown looking north along M-49
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Location within Hillsdale County
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 Reading, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Reading, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Hillsdale |
| Settled | 1835 |
| Platted | 1852 |
| Incorporated | 1873 (village) 1934 (city) |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council–manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.01 sq mi (2.62 km2) |
| • Land | 1.01 sq mi (2.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,094 |
| • Density | 1,081.03/sq mi (417.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
49274
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| Area code(s) | 517 |
| FIPS code | 26-67500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0635690 |
Reading (pronounced RED-ing) is a city in Hillsdale County, located in the state of Michigan, USA. In 2020, about 1,095 people lived there.
The city is found along M-49. It is surrounded by Reading Township. Even though they are next to each other, the city and the township are managed separately.
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History of Reading
Reading was first settled in 1835. A group of local people started the community. It was first called Basswood Corners because of the many basswood trees at its main crossroads.
On December 14, 1840, a post office was opened and named Reading. The name came from the township, which was named after Reading, Pennsylvania. In 1852, the community was officially mapped out, or platted, around a new sawmill. Reading got its own railway station in 1869. It became an official village in 1873 and then a city in 1934.
Geography of Reading
Reading is located in the state of Michigan. The U.S. Census Bureau says the city covers about 1.01 square miles (2.62 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Main Roads in Reading
- M-49, also known as Main Street, goes through the middle of the city from south to north.
People of Reading
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 871 | — | |
| 1900 | 1,096 | — | |
| 1910 | 1,102 | 0.5% | |
| 1920 | 1,036 | −6.0% | |
| 1930 | 954 | −7.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,059 | 11.0% | |
| 1950 | 1,125 | 6.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,128 | 0.3% | |
| 1970 | 1,125 | −0.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,203 | 6.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,127 | −6.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,134 | 0.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,078 | −4.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,094 | 1.5% | |
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Reading's Population in 2010
In 2010, the city of Reading had 1,078 people living there. There were 392 households and 281 families. The city had about 1,067 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Reading were White (98.9%). A small number were African American, Native American, or Asian. About 0.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (44.4%) had children under 18 living with them. About 47.2% were married couples. The average household had 2.72 people, and the average family had 3.21 people.
The average age in the city was 33.3 years old. About 32.2% of residents were under 18. About 11.2% were 65 years or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (49.9%) and females (50.1%).
Education in Reading
The city of Reading has its own school district called Reading Community Schools. This district also serves parts of the townships nearby.
Famous People from Reading
- Charlotte E. Gray (1873–1926), an author.
- Keith Lincoln, a professional football player in the National Football League. He was born in Reading.
- Benjamin H. Southworth, a college football player, doctor, and surgeon. He was also born in Reading.
Images for kids
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U.S. Post Office in Reading -
Police station and city hall -
Reading Community Library -
Signage looking north along M-49
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See also
In Spanish: Reading (Míchigan) para niños
