Stony Point, Michigan facts for kids
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Stony Point, Michigan
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Stony Point from the air, looking southwest.
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Location within Monroe County
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 Stony Point, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Stony Point, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Monroe |
| Township | Frenchtown |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.23 sq mi (3.19 km2) |
| • Land | 1.21 sq mi (3.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,784 |
| • Density | 1,469.52/sq mi (567.34/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48166 (Newport)
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| Area code(s) | 734 |
| FIPS code | 26-76720 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0638920 |
Stony Point is a small community in Monroe County, Michigan. It is known as an unincorporated community and a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a recognized area for counting people, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
In 2020, about 1,784 people lived in Stony Point. The community is part of Frenchtown Charter Township.
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Where is Stony Point Located?
Stony Point is found right on the shores of Lake Erie. It's about 7 miles (11 km) northeast of downtown Monroe.
Understanding Stony Point's Borders
The area of Stony Point is clearly marked. To the west, it's bordered by Burke Road. Brest Road forms the northwest boundary, and Point aux Peaux Road is to the north.
Nearby Communities and Landmarks
Another community called Woodland Beach is about 3 miles (5 km) west of Stony Point. The Enrico Fermi Nuclear Generating Station, a large power plant, is also located right next to Stony Point on its northern side.
Who Lives in Stony Point?
The population of Stony Point has changed a bit over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different U.S. Census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 1,598 | — | |
| 2000 | 1,775 | 11.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,724 | −2.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,784 | 3.5% | |
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Population Details from 2000
In the year 2000, there were 1,775 people living in Stony Point. These people lived in 616 households, and 492 of these were families. The community had about 1,554 people per square mile (599 people per square kilometer).
Most people in Stony Point in 2000 were White (96.17%). There were also smaller numbers of African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. About 2.25% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Family Life in Stony Point
Many households in Stony Point in 2000 had children under 18 living with them (43.7%). Most households (63.1%) were married couples living together. About 11% were single mothers with no husband present.
The average household had 2.88 people, and the average family had 3.23 people.
Age Groups in the Community
In 2000, the population of Stony Point included people of all ages:
- 30.5% were under 18 years old.
- 7.6% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 33.6% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 21.5% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 6.8% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Stony Point was 32 years.
See also
In Spanish: Stony Point (Míchigan) para niños
