Plainwell, Michigan
Plainwell: city in Michigan, United States
About
Plainwell is a city located in the county of Allegan in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,804 and a population density of 712 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,774 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Plainwell
| Population | 3,774 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Allegan County |
| Postal code | 49080 |
| Phone Area Codes | 269 |
| Area | 5.34 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.4400,-85.6489 |
| Altitude | 728 feet / 222 meters |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 11:54:46 (30th April 2026) |
| Density | 706 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.79% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 53℉ Areas Of Frost then Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Plainwell is located at 42°26'24"N 85°38'56"W (42.4400400, -85.6489000).
Plainwell map
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Weather
Areas of frost before 8am, then a slight chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 53. Northwest wind 2 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Plainwell decreased by 0.79% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,804 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,779 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,777 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,775 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,794 | 0.5% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,789 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,785 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,797 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,787 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,777 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,774 | -0.08% | estimation process |
People born in Plainwell (7)
People born in Plainwell, including actor Ed Gale, sports coach Dwight Harwood, botanist Mancel Thornton Munn, .
More notable people
- Bob Sims (American basketball player (1915-1994)) he was born in 03/07/1915
- Jack Conklin (American football offensive tackle) he was born in 17/08/1994
- Anna Lillian Winegar (American painter and book illustrator) she was born in 01/01/1867
- Charles C. Johnson he was born in 03/10/1864
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Plainwell, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172422 | Michigan Career and Technical Institute | Plainwell (MI) | 49080-9254 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Plainwell, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| KAL | Kalamazoo Transportation Center | 459 North Burdick St. | RAIL |
| BTL | Battle Creek Transportation Center | 104 Capital Ave. S.W. | RAIL |
| BAM | Bangor | 541 Railroad St. | RAIL |
| HOM | Holland station | 171 Lincoln Ave. | RAIL |
| GRR | Vernon J. Ehlers Station | 431 Wealthy St. SW | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Plainwell.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Plainwell Post Office | Plainwell (MI) | 49080 |
Other cities in Allegan County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Allegan County , MI. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Holland | 26,033 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Mount Pleasant | 24,274 | City in Isabella County, Michigan, United States |
| Dorr | 7,925 | Township in Allegan County, Michigan |
| Otsego | 5,923 | Township in Allegan County, Michigan |
| Allegan | 4,749 | City in Michigan |
| Lee | 4,288 | Township in Allegan County, Michigan |
| Wayland | 3,473 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Saugatuck | 3,408 | City in Allegan County in the U. |
| Overisel | 3,025 | Township in Allegan County, Michigan |
| Fillmore | 2,770 | Township in Allegan County, Michigan |
| Ganges | 2,689 | Township of Michigan |
| Watson | 2,203 | Township in Allegan County, Michigan |
| Hamilton | 1,457 | Township in Allegan County, Michigan |
| Fennville | 1,434 | City in Allegan County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Douglas | 1,354 | City in Michigan, USA |
| Gibson | 1,165 | Township in Bay County, Michigan |
Distance to Other Cities
Plainwell distances to largest Michigan cities