Croton, Michigan
Croton: Township in Newaygo County, Michigan
About
Croton is a township located in the county of Newaygo in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,228 and a population density of 89 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,309 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Croton
| Population : | 3,309 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Michigan (United States) |
| County : | Newaygo County |
| Postal code : | 49337 |
| Area : | 36.4 km2 |
| Altitude : | 906 feet / 276 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Detroit |
| Local time : | 16:57:56 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 91 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 2.45% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Croton is located at 43°26'20"N 85°39'39"W (43.4389100, -85.6608800).
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Demographics
The population of Croton increased by 2.45% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 3,228 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,226 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,202 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,204 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,209 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,218 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,208 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,244 | 1.11% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,279 | 1.07% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,289 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,309 | 0.6% | estimation process |
Schools in Croton
College & universities near Croton, MI
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 169910 | Ferris State University | Big Rapids (MI) | 49307-2251 |
Stations (8)
Amtrak & bus stations near Croton, MI
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HWC | Howard City, Michigan | 130 North Ensley St. | BUS |
| BGP | Big Rapids, Michigan | 14342 Northland Dr. | BUS |
| RKF | Rockford, Michigan | US 131 & 10 Mile Road NE | BUS |
| REE | Reed City, Michigan | US 10 & 220th Ave. | BUS |
| GRR | Vernon J. Ehlers Station | 431 Wealthy St. SW | RAIL |
Post offices near Croton
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Newayg Post Office | Newaygo (MI) | 49337 |
Other cities in Newaygo County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Newaygo County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Troy | 83,589 | The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan. |
| Riverview | 11,968 | City in Michigan, USA |
| Fremont | 4,102 | City in Newaygo County in the U. |
| Big Prairie | 2,691 | Township in Newaygo County, Michigan |
| Bridgeton | 2,171 | Township in Newaygo County, Michigan |
| Newaygo | 2,099 | City in Newaygo County, Michigan, United States of America |
| White Cloud | 1,383 | City in Michigan |
| Hesperia | 936 | Village |
| Grant | 900 | City in Newaygo County, Michigan, USA |
| Lilley | 818 | Township in Newaygo County, Michigan |
| Aetna | 423 | Township in Newaygo County, Michigan |
Distance to Other Cities
Croton distances to largest Michigan cities
