Ionia County, county in MIchigan, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 64,553 inhabitants. The county was created 193 years ago in 1831. Its county seat is Ionia.
There are 11 city/town in Ionia County, MI. The largest city of Ionia County is Belding with a population of 5,738. Other cities include, Ionia population 3,820, Portland population 3,490, Orleans population 2,836, Lake Odessa population 2,041
Located in western Michigan, Ionia County is home to several small cities and towns known for their natural beauty and agricultural heritage. Some of the notable communities in Ionia County include:
Ionia - The largest city and county seat of Ionia County, Ionia has a population of around 11,400 residents. It was first settled in 1833 and incorporated as a city in 1877. Downtown Ionia features historic buildings and unique shops.
Belding - With around 5,700 residents, Belding brands itself as the “Silk City” for its history of silk manufacturing. Belding’s downtown historic district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Lake Odessa - Incorporated as a village in 1885, Lake Odessa has grown to a population of around 2,900. Local attractions include Jordan Lake and Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center.
Portland - Located along the scenic Grand River, Portland had a population of around 3,800 at the 2010 census. The downtown features vintage buildings and a riverside park.
Lyons - Lyons is a small agricultural town with just over 1,000 residents. The Lyons-Muir Historical Museum documents the area's farming history.
Pewamo - Founded in 1856, this village of under 500 residents showcases a beautiful Romanesque revival-style church. Pewamo calls itself the “White Pine Village.”
Saranac - Settled in 1855, Saranac today has around 1,300 residents. The downtown has a Victorian charm and the town celebrates a Red Flannel Festival each fall.
With its rural landscapes, historic architecture, and family farms, Ionia County's small town charm remains a draw for residents and visitors. Its cities and villages reflect the community roots and values of western Michigan.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ionia County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Belding | City in Ionia County in the U. | 5,738 |
Clarksville | Human settlement in Ionia County, Michigan, United States of America | 395 |
Hubbardston | Village in Ionia and Clinton counties in Michigan, United States | 402 |
Ionia | City in and county seat of Ionia County, Michigan, United States | 3,820 |
Lake Odessa | City in Ionia County, Michigan, United States of America | 2,041 |
Lyons | Human settlement in Ionia County, Michigan, United States of America | 808 |
Muir | Village in Lyons Township, Ionia County in the U. | 609 |
Orleans | Township of Michigan | 2,836 |
Pewamo | Village in Ionia County, Michigan, United States of America | 482 |
Portland | City in Michigan, United States | 3,490 |
Saranac | City in Ionia County, Michigan, United States of America | 1,325 |