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Allendale, Michigan Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Allendale, Michigan is 26,583, with 49.6% male and 50.4% female. Allendale has experienced significant growth due to the presence of Grand Valley State University and its proximity to Grand Rapids.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1842
  • County: Ottawa
  • Land area: 32.1 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 828 people per square mile
  • Area code: 616
  • Zip code: 49401

Geography and Location

Allendale, Michigan is located in Ottawa County, in the western part of the state, about 10 miles west of Grand Rapids. The town is home to Grand Valley State University, which has driven much of its recent population growth. Allendale is primarily suburban, with a mix of residential, commercial, and educational facilities. The town’s location along the Grand River provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. Allendale’s proximity to Grand Rapids offers residents access to urban amenities while maintaining a suburban feel.

Demographics

Median resident age: 21.1 years
Median household income: $46,671
Median house value: $126,600

Population by Race

Races in Allendale:

  • White Non-Hispanic (91.9%)
  • Hispanic (3.0%)
  • Black (3.0%)
  • Other race (1.4%)
  • Two or more races (1.1%)
  • American Indian (0.8%)

Ancestries: Dutch (25.5%), German (22.7%), Irish (8.5%), Polish (8.0%), English (7.2%), United States (5.7%).

Land area: 22.8 square miles

Map of Allendale, MI

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Allendale

  • High school or higher: 84.2%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 17.6%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 4.4%
  • Unemployed: 5.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 20.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Allendale CDP

  • Never married: 52.1%
  • Now married: 42.9%
  • Separated: 0.4%
  • Widowed: 1.4%
  • Divorced: 3.3%

3.1% Foreign born (1.6% Latin America, 0.8% Europe, 0.6% Asia).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Allendale:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Allendale:

  • MUSKEGON COUNTY (about 24 miles; MUSKEGON, MI; Abbreviation: MKG)
  • GERALD R. FORD INTERNATIONAL (about 31 miles; GRAND RAPIDS, MI; Abbreviation: GRR)
  • KALAMAZOO/BATTLE CREEK INTERNATIONAL (about 59 miles; KALAMAZOO, MI; Abbreviation: AZO)

Other public-use airports nearest to Allendale:

  • RIVERVIEW (about 11 miles; JENISON, MI; Abbreviation: 08C)
  • JABLONSKI (about 12 miles; NUNICA, MI; Abbreviation: 33C)
  • OTTAWA EXECUTIVE (about 12 miles; ZEELAND, MI; Abbreviation: Z98)

Amtrak stations near Allendale:

  • 18 miles: HOLLAND (171 LINCOLN AVE.). Services: enclosed waiting area, public payphones, vending machines, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service, intercity bus service.
  • 19 miles: GRAND RAPIDS (MARKET & WEALTHY STS.). Services: enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

College/University in Allendale:

  • GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (Full-time enrollment: 15,124; Location: 1 CAMPUS DR; Public; Website: www.gvsu.edu; Offers Master’s degree)

Other colleges/universities with over 2000 students near Allendale:

  • HOPE COLLEGE (about 19 miles; HOLLAND, MI; Full-time enrollment: 2,918)
  • GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 20 miles; GRAND RAPIDS, MI; Full-time enrollment: 7,590)
  • AQUINAS COLLEGE (about 23 miles; GRAND RAPIDS, MI; Full-time enrollment: 2,022)
  • MUSKEGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 25 miles; MUSKEGON, MI; Full-time enrollment: 2,365)
  • CALVIN COLLEGE (about 28 miles; GRAND RAPIDS, MI; Full-time enrollment: 4,148)
  • KALAMAZOO VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 52 miles; KALAMAZOO, MI; Full-time enrollment: 5,017)
  • WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY (about 55 miles; KALAMAZOO, MI; Full-time enrollment: 23,132)

Schools

Public high school in Allendale:

  • ALLENDALE HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 544; Location: 10760 68TH AVENUE; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Allendale:

  • ALLENDALE LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 505; Location: 6561 LAKE MICHIGAN DRIVE; Grades: PK – 02)
  • ALLENDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 463; Location: 10760 68TH AVENUE; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • ALLENDALE UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 431; Location: 6561 LAKE MICHIGAN DRIVE; Grades: 03 – 05)
  • ALLENDALE ALTERNATIVE ED SCHOOL (Students: 92; Location: 6633 LAKE MICHIGAN DRIVE; Grades: UG – UG)

Private primary/middle school in Allendale:

  • ALLENDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 255; Location: 6370 LAKE MICHIGAN DRIVE; Grades: PK – 8)

Libraries

Library in Allendale:

  • ALLENDALE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY (Operating income: $156,445; Location: 6175 LIBRARY LANE; 26,735 books; 589 audio materials; 469 video materials; 54 serial subscriptions)

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