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Introduction to Northville, Michigan
Northville, Michigan, in Wayne county, is 6 miles SW of Farmington Hills, Michigan and 23 miles W of Detroit, Michigan. The city has a population of 6,459.
Northville History
Northville was established sometime during the 1940s. Incorporated in 1955, the city of Northville included portions of Novi Township in Oakland County, and Northville Township in Wayne County. The city experienced significant expansion over the next few years. Portions of the Village of Novi and Novi Township were officially annexed to this city.
Northville and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Northville
Mill Race Historical Village, a living museum built in 1972, includes a school, church, blacksmith shop, rustic wooden bridge, gazebo, Interurban station, an inn and several homes. Henry and Clara Bryant Ford's home, known as Fair Lane, is located near the city, while the Plymouth Historical Museum houses exhibits reflecting the cultural and historical background of the region. The Dearborn Historical Museum, the Motorsports Hall of Fame and the Cranbrook Art Museum are all accessible from Northville as well. Maybury State Park, spread across 944 acres, features nature trails, picnic areas, a working farm and a horse stable. Kensington Metropark and the Detroit Zoo are some of the other popular attractions in the area. Recreational opportunities like boating, fishing, camping and hiking are available at the Brighton State Recreation Area and the Highland State Recreation Area.
Northville Transportation
Oakland County International is the closest major airport.
Northville Higher Education
Madonna University, Concordia University-Ann Arbor and Schoolcraft College are some of the local colleges and universities.
Northville strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Michigan):
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| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 1% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 1% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 2% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 5% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
Comparing Northville to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Michigan (State):
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