Alma, Michigan
Alma: city in Michigan, USA.
About
Alma is a city located in the county of Gratiot in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 9,383 and a population density of 595 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,807 inhabitants.
The city was created 173 years ago in 1852.
Quick Facts about Alma
| Population | 8,807 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Gratiot County |
| Postal code | 48801–48802 |
| Phone Area Codes | 989 |
| Area | 15.76 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.3789,-84.6597 |
| Altitude | 735 feet / 224 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1853 (173 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 15:58:41 (17th September 2026) |
| Density | 559 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.14% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 56℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Alma is located at 43°22'44"N 84°39'35"W (43.3789200, -84.6597300).
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. Northeast wind around 3 m...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Alma decreased by 6.14% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,383 | - | census |
| 2011 | 9,308 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 9,250 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 9,215 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 9,156 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,110 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,055 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,984 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,913 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,890 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,807 | -0.93% | estimation process |
People born in Alma (13)
People born in Alma, including writer Betty Mahmoody, Recipient of the Purple Heart medal Gary E. Luck, demographer Frank W. Notestein, .
More notable people
- Bob Allman (American football player (1914-1999)) he was born in 24/05/1914
- Randy Ebright (American-Mexican singer) he was born in 16/05/1977
- Pearl Fuller (American football player and coach) he was born in 01/01/1881
- Ralph Rapson (architect) he was born in 13/09/1914
- Rayburn Wright (American composer, arranger, conductor, trombonist, and music educator) he was born in 27/08/1922
- Darin Mitchell (American politician and a Republican member of the Arizona House of Representatives)
- Donald E. Hudson (American university teacher (1916-1999)) he was born in 25/02/1916
- Pierce Kingsley he was born in 05/06/1872
- Tyler Higgins (American baseball player) he was born in 22/04/1991
- Keegan Akin he was born in 01/04/1995
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Alma, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 168591 | Alma College | Alma (MI) | 48801-1599 |
Nearby Transit Stations (13)
Rail and bus stations connected to Alma, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OWO | Owosso, MI | 109 Comstock Street | BUS |
| SGW | Saginaw, MI | 511 Johnson Street | BUS |
| HWC | Howard City, Michigan | 130 North Ensley St. | BUS |
| BCY | Bay City, MI | 1124 Washington Avenue | BUS |
| LNS | East Lansing station | 1240 South Harrison Road | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Alma.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Alma Post Office | Alma (MI) | 48801 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Alma, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA. with a population of 5,887 people.
- Alma, Georgia city in Bacon County, Georgia, United States. with a population of 3,336 people.
- Alma, Wisconsin city in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, United States. with a population of 1,095 people.
Other cities in Gratiot County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Gratiot County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis | 7,086 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Ithaca | 2,744 | City in Michigan |
| Breckenridge | 1,265 | Town in Gratiot County, Michigan, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Alma distances to largest Michigan cities