Albion
City in Calhoun County, Michigan
Albion is a city in Calhoun County, Michigan, with 7,700 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 951 ft (290 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Homer, 7.5 miles S.
- 7,700residents (2020 Census)
- 951 ftelevation · 290 m
- 4.4 sq miland area · 11.4 km²
- 1,746 / sq mipopulation density
- 49224ZIP code
About Albion
Albion is a city in Calhoun County in the south central region of the Lower Peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 7,700 at the 2020 census. Albion is part of the Battle Creek Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The earliest English-speaking settlers also called this area The Forks, because it is at the confluence of the north and south branches of the Kalamazoo River. In the early 20th century, immigrants came to Albion from various eastern European nations, including the current Lithuania and Russia. More recently, Latino immigrants have come from Mexico and Central America. The Festival of the Forks has been held annually since 1967 to celebrate Albion's diverse ethnic heritage.
Since the 19th century, several major manufacturers were established in Albion, which became known as a factory town. This changed after several manufacturers closed. In the 21st century, Albion's culture is changing to that of a college town whose residents have a strong interest in technology and sustainability. Albion College is a private liberal arts college with a student population of about 1,250. Albion is a sister city with Noisy-le-Roi, France.
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Living in Albion
- Median household income
- $39,885
- Median home value
- $99,900
- Median rent
- $775/mo
- Median age
- 25.8
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Albion had 7,700 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 7,700 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,746 per sq mi (674 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Albion at a glance
| State | Michigan (MI) |
|---|---|
| County | Calhoun County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 7,700 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.41 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Water area | 0.09 sq mi (0.24 km²) |
| Elevation | 951 ft (290 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.2479° N, 84.7592° W |
| ZIP code | 49224 |
| Official website | cityofalbionmi.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2600980 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Albion
- Homer7.5 mi S
- Concord7.6 mi SE
- Springport9.6 mi N
- Parma10.8 mi E
- Spring Arbor10.8 mi E
- Marshall11.1 mi W
- Litchfield14.4 mi S
- Hanover14.8 mi SE
- Tekonsha15.6 mi SW
- Olivet16.1 mi NW
- Jackson18.1 mi E
- Eaton Rapids18.9 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Albion
What county is Albion in?
Albion is in Calhoun County, Michigan.
What is the population of Albion, MI?
7,700 people lived in Albion at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Albion, MI?
The ZIP code of Albion is 49224.
What is the elevation of Albion?
951 feet (290 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Albion?
Homer (7.5 mi), Concord (7.6 mi), Springport (9.6 mi), Parma (10.8 mi), Spring Arbor (10.8 mi).
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