Norton Shores, MI

Norton Shores, Michigan

Introduction to Norton Shores, Michigan

Norton Shores, Michigan, in Muskegon county, is 33 miles NW of Grand Rapids, Michigan and 83 miles E of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The city is part of the Grand Rapids - Muskegon - Holland metropolitan statistical area. About 22,527 people live in Norton Shores.

Norton Shores History

The Potawatomi, Chippewa and Ottawa Indians occupied this area for hundreds of years prior to European exploration. The township of Norton Shores was originally organized in 1845 settlers from the village of Mill Point, which is now called Spring Lake. The community was named in honor of Col. Amos Norton, a Canadian patriot. In 1859, the Norton Shores Township was separated from Ottawa County and annexed to Muskegon County. A number of saw mills and other factories operated in the area in the 19th century. On April 16, 1968, Norton Shores was incorporated as a city.

Norton Shores and nearby Attractions

• Fire Barn Museum
• White River Light Station Museum
• Michigan's Adventure
• Little Black Lake
• Pontaluna Country Club
• P J Hoffmaster State Park

Things To Do In Norton Shores

Travelers interested in learning about the history and culture of the region can visit the Muskegon County Museum, the Great Lakes Naval Memorial & Museum, the Fire Barn Museum or the White River Light Station Museum. These museums have some fascinating exhibits that reveal much about this area and its early inhabitants. The city itself is dotted with lakes and creeks, like the Little Black Lake, Lake Lorraine and Mona Lake. The P J Hoffmaster State Park, the Garst Playground, and Michigan's Adventure offer amusement opportunities for both adults and children.

Norton Shores Transportation

Muskegon County is the nearest major airport

Norton Shores Higher Education

For higher education, one can enroll at the Muskegon Community College. Other institutes nearby are Grand Valley State University and Hope College.

Comparative Profile of Norton Shores, MI

Comparing Norton Shores to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Michigan (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Age of the Population
Senior Citizens
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Female Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Norton Shores Almanac

Norton Shores Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

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• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Norton Shores Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Norton Shores, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Norton Shores High Schools (2004)

MONA SHORES HIGH SCHOOL
1121 W. SEMINOLE ROAD
231-780-4711
Serves 1,383 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 20.3

Norton Shores Colleges

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Nuvo College of Cosmetology

(List of All Michigan Colleges)

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