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Grand Blanc is a city in Genesee County in the U.S. state of Michigan and a suburb of Flint. The population was 7,784 as of the 2020 US census. It is part of the Flint metropolitan area. The city is surrounded by Grand Blanc Township but is administratively autonomous.
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History
[edit]The unincorporated village of Grand Blanc, or Grumlaw, was a former Indian campground first settled by Jacob Stevens in 1822. Several years later, settlers improved the Indian trail to Saginaw; they laid out and staked it in 1829 as Saginaw Road.[6] Grand Blanc Township formed in 1833 in an area that became the city.[7] The township center began to boom in 1864 with the arrival of the railroad (now known as the CSX Saginaw Subdivision).[8] With the post office there, the village was called Grand Blanc Centre by 1873, with the former Grand Blanc assuming the name Gibsonville.[9]
By 1916, the community (population 400) had a grade school, a private bank, flour mill, an elevator, a creamery, and two churches, the Methodist Episcopal and the Congregational. The community had electrical lighting.[6]
On January 1, 2024, the winning ticket for the first Powerball lottery of the new year was sold at Food Castle, a food and liquor store in Grand Blanc. The $842.4 million jackpot represented the fifth-largest in Powerball history and the tenth-largest jackpot ever in U.S. lottery history at the time.[10]
In the early morning of February 28, 2024, an EF2 tornado touched down in Grand Blanc, with winds reaching 115 mph and a peak width of around 450 yards. The tornado started near Creasy Bicentennial Park, damaging trees and outbuildings, before reaching Waretech Industrial Park at the intersection of Dort Highway and Reid Road. The warehouse was completely destroyed. Other businesses and houses in the Indian Hill neighborhood and on Saginaw Road were structurally damaged.[11] The tornado lifted over Perry Road and had a total path length of 5.7 miles. This was the strongest tornado to ever strike Grand Blanc.
City
[edit]Grand Blanc Centre incorporated as the City of Grand Blanc in 1930.[8] In 1939, the township and the city started a joint fire department.[12] In the 1970s, the Grand Blanc city, township, and school district formed a joint parks and recreation department under a commission with two members from each entity.[13] In 1973, Grand Blanc-McFarlen Library was built.[14] It has about 45,000 books and a host of other materials.
A ballot question in the May 2, 2006, Genesee County general election ended governmental research into a plan to consolidate the city and township governments; 68.6% of city voters opposed consolidation efforts.[15]
On January 20, 2019, the Township Board voted to rescind its joint fire department agreement in 90 days unless a new agreement was reached.[12] After eight decades of a shared fire department with Grand Blanc Township, the city started its own department on July 25, 2019, and named a fire chief. Previously, the joint department was funded by each municipal levying a special levy of 0.5 mil for the department and designating 0.5 mil of general levy to the department.[2]
After looking at the lack of management knowledge on the parks and recreation commission in the spring of 2019, the township and city dissolved the commission. The decision was formalized in January 2020, with the township taking over the department to provide services to both municipalities. The city went on to develop its own parks plan before starting its own department.[13]
Geography
[edit]According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 3.63 square miles (9.40 km2), of which 3.61 square miles (9.35 km2) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.05 km2) is water.[16]
Demographics
[edit]| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 216 | — | |
| 1930 | 917 | — | |
| 1940 | 1,012 | 10.4% | |
| 1950 | 998 | −1.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,565 | 56.8% | |
| 1970 | 5,132 | 227.9% | |
| 1980 | 6,848 | 33.4% | |
| 1990 | 7,760 | 13.3% | |
| 2000 | 8,242 | 6.2% | |
| 2010 | 8,276 | 0.4% | |
| 2020 | 8,091 | −2.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census[17] | |||
2020 census
[edit]As of the 2020 US Census,[18] there were 8,091 people, 3,623 households, and 2,026 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,240 inhabitants per square mile (860/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 82.7% White, 13.1% African American, 1.1% Asian, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.5% of the population.
Of 3,623 households, 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.4% were married couples living together, 14% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.1% were non-families. 37.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.98.
The city's population as of 2020 census data was 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The median age was 45.5 years.
2010 census
[edit]As of the 2010 US Census,[19] there were 8,276 people, 3,566 households, and 2,158 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,177.9 inhabitants per square mile (840.9/km2). There were 3,784 housing units at an average density of 995.8 per square mile (384.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 82.5% White, 11.1% African American, 0.4% Native American, 2.8% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.6% of the population.
Of 3,567 households, 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.4% were married couples living together, 13.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.5% were non-families. 34.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.94.
The city's population as of 2010 census data was 53.7% female and 46.3% male. The median age was 39.1 years and the population exhibits a bimodal age distribution with peak age groups at 10-14 and 45–49 years (7.5% and 7.2%, respectively).
2000 census
[edit]As of the 2000 US Census, the median income for a household in the city was $54,099, and the median income for a family was $82,456. Males had a median income of $61,522 versus $31,051 for females. The per capita income for the city was $32,622. About 3.7% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under age 18 and 3.9% of those age 65 or over.
Government
[edit]The city has a council-manager form of government.[1] The municipality operates its own water system.[20]
The city is served by various specialized units of government:
- Grand Blanc Community Schools[21]
- Genesee District Library, which has a branch location, Grand Blanc-McFarlen, in the city owned by the city and township[13]
- Senior Center[13]
- Fourth Division B of the 67th District Court of the State of Michigan.[22]
| District | Number[23] | Officeholder |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Representative | 8th | Kristen McDonald Rivet |
| State Senate | 24th | Ruth Johnson |
| State Representative | 50 | Tim Sneller |
| County Commissioner | 5 | James Avery |
| District Court | 67th 4th Division | Christopher R. Odette |
| Community College | C.S. Mott | Multiple; see article |
Notable people
[edit]This section needs additional citations for verification. (September 2025) |
- Elias Abuelazam (born 1976), Israeli-born serial killer
- Andrew Caldwell, actor best known for roles in Hannah Montana, Shredderman Rules, and College
- Zach Carroll (born 1994), soccer player[24]
- Grant Fisher (born 1997), middle and long distance runner
- Chuck Forrest, five-time champion on the TV game show Jeopardy! in 1985, and the winner of the second Tournament of Champions in 1986[25]
- Geena Gall (born 1987), middle-distance runner and 2012 Olympian
- Dominic Gasso (born 2003), soccer player[26]
- Mark Ingram, Jr. (born 1989), 2009 Heisman Trophy winner and running back for the New Orleans Saints
- Karen Newman, singer
- Rob Paulsen (born 1956), Emmy Award-winning voice actor
- Evan Peters (born 1987), actor best known for his roles in American Horror Story, American Horror Story: Asylum, and Never Back Down
- Steve Van Wormer (born 1969), actor[27]
References
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- ^ a b Acosta, Roberto (April 11, 2019). "City of Grand Blanc to start own fire department". Flint Journal. Mlive Media Group. Archived from the original on April 16, 2019. Retrieved April 15, 2019.
- ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on May 28, 2022. Retrieved May 21, 2022.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Archived from the original on February 4, 2012. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ a b Wood, Edwin O. (1916). "XXVI: Villages of Genesee County, Part I". History of Genesee County, Michigan, Her People, Industries and Institutions. US GenNet. Archived from the original on April 13, 2014. Retrieved April 11, 2014.
- ^ Wood, Edwin O. (1916). History of Genesee County, Michigan, Her People, Industries and Institutions. Michigan Historical Commission. Archived from the original on October 6, 2006. Retrieved March 13, 2020.
- ^ a b Romig, Walter (1986). Michigan Place Names: The History of the Founding and the Naming of More Than Five Thousand Past and Present Michigan Communities. Wayne State University Press. pp. 231–232. ISBN 9780814318386. Archived from the original on January 20, 2024. Retrieved February 12, 2019.
- ^ Grand Blanc Centre, Gibsonville Archived 2019-04-16 at the Wayback Machine Map. Page 95. Genesee County 1873. Beers and Co.
- ^ Murdoch, Robin (January 2, 2024). "Winning Powerball jackpot ticket worth $842 million sold at Michigan food store". Detroit: WJBK. Archived from the original on January 2, 2024. Retrieved January 2, 2024.
- ^ "Grand Blanc, MI. EF2 Tornado: Drone Video of Industrial Building Damage #tornadodamage". March 3, 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ a b Acosta, Roberto (February 5, 2019). "Grand Blanc Township ponders 'divorce' from city over fire services". Flint Journal. MLive Media Group. Archived from the original on February 13, 2019. Retrieved February 12, 2019.
- ^ a b c d Davis, Emilly (February 18, 2020). "Grand Blanc township and city splitting up again -- this time parks and rec department". Flint Journal. Mlive Media Group. Archived from the original on February 27, 2020. Retrieved March 13, 2020.
- ^ "Grand Blanc-McFarlen Library". Genesee District Library. Archived from the original on January 22, 2022. Retrieved March 27, 2022.
- ^ "Summary Report | Regular Election | Official Results". Genesee County Clerk's Office. Archived from the original on January 2, 2014. Retrieved January 7, 2012.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 25, 2012. Retrieved November 25, 2012.
- ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Archived from the original on July 1, 2021. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- ^ "Census.gov". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on December 27, 1996. Retrieved January 21, 2023.
- ^ "Profile of General Population and Housing Characteristics: 2010". 2010 United States Census. US Census Bureau. Archived from the original on July 9, 2021. Retrieved January 7, 2012.
- ^ Adams, Dominic (June 27, 2014). "Flint monthly water and sewer bills highest in Genesee County by $35". The Flint Journal. Mlive Media Group. Archived from the original on April 4, 2015. Retrieved April 2, 2015.
- ^ Shively, J. "Genesee ISD" (PDF). Michigan Center for Geographic Information. State of Michigan. Archived (PDF) from the original on February 26, 2005. Retrieved October 17, 2011.
- ^ "Grand Blanc Court". 67th District Court. County of Genesee. Archived from the original on February 9, 2014. Retrieved April 11, 2014.
- ^ Genesee County Political District Map Book (PDF) (Map). Genesee County GIS Department. 2017. pp. 1, 11, 12. Archived (PDF) from the original on October 10, 2017. Retrieved October 10, 2017.
- ^ "Zach Carroll". New York Red Bulls. Retrieved March 19, 2025.
- ^ Walker, Heather (May 6, 2019). "Former winner: 'Jeopardy!' champ is 'out of control'". WOOD-TV. Retrieved September 30, 2025.
- ^ "Dominic Gasso". Detroit City. Retrieved August 15, 2025.
- ^ Prieto, Karina (January 9, 2025). "How Michiganders in Los Angeles are holding up against the flames". WLNS-TV. Yahoo News. Retrieved September 30, 2025.
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[edit]Grand Blanc, Michigan
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Early Settlement and Development
The area now known as Grand Blanc was originally inhabited by Chippewa (Ojibwe) Native Americans, who utilized it as a campground and traversed local trails and waterways such as the Flint and Saginaw Rivers.[2] [5] French traders arrived prior to 1800 and bestowed the name "Grand Blanc," translating to "Great White," likely in reference to local geographical features like sandy soils or bluffs.[2] European-American settlement commenced in 1823 with the arrival of Jacob Stevens, recognized as the first permanent white settler, who established a presence in the wilderness alongside his family.[6] [5] Pioneers, often migrating from New York or Europe via the Erie Canal and Lake Erie, purchased federal land at $1.25 per acre and cleared forests for farms and trading posts; the initial federal land patent was granted to George E. Perry for 80 acres in Section 13 on June 3, 1824, followed by entries from William Thompson, Charles Little, and Samuel Perkins on June 17, 1824.[6] [5] The township was formally organized in 1833 at the home of Rufus Stevens, encompassing territory that later formed parts of Flint and Davison townships, reflecting rapid population influx driven by agricultural opportunities.[6] Early infrastructure included the construction of the first schoolhouse in 1830 by Edmund Perry, a sawmill, and a general store in 1833 operated by Charles De Witt Gibson, which supported logging, milling, and local commerce along improved Native American trails.[6] These developments marked the transition from frontier outpost to organized rural community, with settlers like the Perry and Stevens families laying foundational homesteads amid challenges of isolation and rudimentary transport.[5]Incorporation and 20th-Century Growth
Grand Blanc was incorporated as a city on March 4, 1930, when a four-square-mile central area of Grand Blanc Township was separated to form the municipal boundaries.[2][7] This incorporation followed the township's establishment in 1833 and reflected increasing residential and commercial pressures in the Flint metropolitan region, driven by agricultural transitions and proximity to emerging industrial centers.[8] Early 20th-century development accelerated with the subdivision of former farmland into residential plots during the 1910s and 1920s, marking a shift from rural agrarianism to suburban expansion.[9] Educational infrastructure supported this growth; in 1904, Grand Blanc established Michigan's first consolidated school system, consolidating rural districts to improve efficiency and access amid rising enrollment from local families.[10] The township's population, which encompassed the future city area, grew from 556 in 1900 to 1,476 in 1910 and 4,098 by 1920, reflecting broader regional migration tied to Flint's automotive boom.[11] Mid-century growth was propelled by the automotive sector, particularly during World War II, when the Fisher Body Grand Blanc Tank Arsenal—later known as the Grand Blanc Metal Center—opened in 1942 and produced 19,034 tanks, tank destroyers, and prime movers by 1945, making it the second-largest U.S. tank production site. This wartime facility, operated by General Motors, attracted workers and stimulated housing and infrastructure demands in the area. Postwar suburbanization further expanded the city as a residential suburb of Flint, with the automotive industry's sustained presence fostering steady population increases into the late 20th century, culminating in 8,242 residents by 2000. The joint city-township fire department, established in 1939, exemplified cooperative governance adaptations to this rapid urbanization.[7]Post-Industrial Shifts
Following the deindustrialization trends that accelerated across Michigan's auto-dependent regions in the late 20th century, Grand Blanc's economy began transitioning from manufacturing dominance toward diversified service sectors, though automotive-related employment persisted due to retained General Motors facilities. The 2008 financial crisis and subsequent auto industry restructuring led to broader job losses in Genesee County, with manufacturing employment in Michigan declining by over 300,000 positions from 2000 to 2010 amid plant closures, automation, and offshoring. In Grand Blanc, proximity to the Flint area amplified exposure to these shocks, yet the township avoided the acute collapse seen in urban cores like Flint by leveraging suburban appeal for retail and professional services. By the 2010s, local economic reports noted modest annual growth in non-manufacturing sectors despite statewide tensions, supported by infrastructure investments and small business expansion.[8][12] As of 2022, health care and social assistance emerged as the leading employment sector in Grand Blanc, with 707 jobs, slightly edging out manufacturing's 692 positions, reflecting a post-industrial pivot toward knowledge- and service-based work. Educational services followed closely with 549 employees, driven by the Grand Blanc Community Schools district, a major anchor employing over 1,000 staff across the city and township. Retail trade (564 jobs) and accommodation/food services (425 jobs) further underscored the shift to consumer-oriented industries, bolstered by commercial corridors along U.S. Route 23 and Interstate 75. General Motors' parts distribution center and proving grounds remain key manufacturing holdouts, but their footprint has stabilized rather than expanded, with overall sector stagnation mirroring Michigan's trend of flat or declining factory jobs through the 2020s.[13][14][15] This adaptation has fostered economic resilience, with the township's labor force of 20,929 maintaining a low unemployment rate of 3.9% as of recent data, compared to higher rates in adjacent Flint areas. Small businesses, emphasized in city development strategies, contribute to job creation in professional, scientific, and administrative services, reducing vulnerability to cyclical manufacturing downturns like those exacerbated by the COVID-19 supply chain disruptions in 2020. However, challenges persist, including skill mismatches from legacy industrial training and competition for talent in growing sectors like health care, where McLaren Health Care operates regional facilities. Overall, Grand Blanc's post-industrial trajectory aligns with suburban Rust Belt patterns: partial retention of industrial legacy alongside service-sector growth, enabling steady population and income gains without full reinvention.[16][3][17]Geography
Location and Physical Features
Grand Blanc is a city situated in Genesee County, in the southeastern region of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, within the Flint metropolitan statistical area. It lies approximately 5 miles south of downtown Flint and 60 miles northwest of Detroit, providing access to major transportation routes including Interstate 75 and U.S. Route 23.[9] [14] The city's geographic coordinates are approximately 42.93°N latitude and 83.64°W longitude.[18] The city encompasses a land area of 3.75 square miles, with a population density of about 2,113 residents per square mile as of recent estimates derived from census data.[19] Elevations in Grand Blanc average around 846 feet (258 meters) above sea level, reflecting the gently undulating terrain shaped by Pleistocene glaciation common to southern Michigan.[20] Physical features include low-relief glacial plains interspersed with minor wooded patches and developed suburban landscapes, lacking significant rivers or lakes within city limits but bordered by agricultural and forested areas in the surrounding township.[21] The region's topography supports urban development with minimal topographic constraints, characterized by fertile soils from glacial deposits.[22]Climate and Environmental Factors
Grand Blanc features a hot-summer humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa), marked by distinct seasonal variations with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters influenced by its location in the Great Lakes region.[23] Annual average temperatures hover around 48.5°F (9.1°C), with July highs typically reaching 82°F (28°C) and January lows averaging 17°F (-8°C); extremes occasionally drop below -1°F or exceed 90°F.[24] Precipitation totals approximately 33 inches of rain and 36 inches of snow annually, distributed relatively evenly but with peak rainfall in June (around 10 wet days) and enhanced snowfall from lake-effect influences off Lake Huron.[25][24] Environmental conditions reflect the area's industrial legacy in Genesee County, including proximity to automotive manufacturing sites, yet air quality remains generally acceptable for most residents, with Air Quality Index (AQI) levels often in the "good" range and minimal exceedances of national standards for pollutants like PM2.5 and ozone.[26][27] Drinking water, primarily sourced from the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department via the Karegnondi Water Authority pipeline since 2017, complies with EPA regulations, though trace contaminants such as arsenic and chromium-6 have been detected at levels below federal maximums but above stricter health guidelines from independent assessments.[28] The city maintains its own treatment and distribution, avoiding the lead contamination issues that plagued nearby Flint, with annual reports confirming no violations for over a decade.[29] Local conservation efforts include parks like Grand Blanc Commons, which preserve wooded areas amid suburban development, mitigating some flood risks in low-lying zones near the Flint River tributary.[30]Economy
Economic Structure and Key Sectors
Grand Blanc's economy relies heavily on small businesses, which drive job creation, innovation, and diversification across various sectors. The city's economic structure features a mix of service-oriented industries, with healthcare and social assistance emerging as the dominant employer, reflecting the suburb's role in supporting regional medical needs near Flint. In 2023, the local economy supported approximately 3,790 jobs, underscoring a modest scale compared to larger industrial hubs but with stability in professional and retail services.[13][3] Healthcare stands out as the leading sector, employing over 700 individuals in 2023, bolstered by facilities like Ascension Genesys Regional Medical Center, a major anchor for the broader Genesee County area. Manufacturing, influenced by proximity to Flint's automotive heritage—including legacy ties to General Motors and suppliers like Delphi—remains significant, particularly in the adjacent township, where it ranks as a top industry alongside healthcare. Retail trade and accommodation/food services also contribute notably, capitalizing on Grand Blanc's strategic location along Interstate 75, which facilitates commerce and logistics.[13][8][16] The township's labor force totals 20,929, with an unemployment rate of 3.9% as of recent data, indicating relative resilience amid Michigan's post-industrial shifts, though vulnerabilities persist from automotive sector fluctuations. Educational services and public administration provide additional employment, supported by local institutions, while professional, scientific, and technical services reflect growing diversification away from heavy manufacturing dependence. Overall, the economy emphasizes service-based growth over large-scale industry, aligning with suburban demographics and infrastructure.[16][31]Employment and Business Climate
Grand Blanc's employment landscape reflects its position as a suburban community in Genesee County, with a labor force of approximately 20,929 in the township and an unemployment rate of 3.9%, lower than the state average of around 4.7% in 2024.[16][32] Employment in the city grew by 3.07% from 2022 to 2023, increasing from 3,680 to 3,790 employees, driven by sectors such as health care, manufacturing, and retail.[13] Leading industries in the township include health care and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, and accommodation and food services, underscoring a diversified base oriented toward services and light industry rather than heavy manufacturing dominance seen in nearby Flint.[16] The business climate in Grand Blanc emphasizes support for small businesses, which form the backbone of local economic activity through job creation and innovation. The city offers streamlined processes, including rapid site plan reviews and targeted incentives to foster growth and diversification.[3] Downtown development incentives include financial assistance for water and sewer connection fees, property tax reductions in commercial rehabilitation districts, and building facade grants to revitalize commercial spaces.[33] Regionally, through the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance, businesses access performance-based grants, loans, and other assistance via programs like the Michigan Business Development Program, which supports job creation and capital investment in eligible projects.[34][35] These measures contribute to a competitive environment, with proximity to major highways and Bishop International Airport enhancing logistics for manufacturing and distribution firms, though challenges persist from broader Genesee County economic shifts tied to automotive sector fluctuations.[36] Overall, Grand Blanc's approach prioritizes equitable business retention and entrepreneurship, as outlined in regional strategies aiming to attract investment amid Michigan's post-pandemic recovery.[37]Demographics
Population Trends and Census Data
The population of Grand Blanc city has shown relative stability with slight fluctuations over recent decades, peaking at 8,340 residents in the 2000 U.S. Census before experiencing a gradual decline amid regional economic challenges in the Flint metropolitan area.[38] By the 2010 Census, the figure dipped to 8,276, reflecting a -0.8% change from 2000, followed by a further reduction to 8,091 in the 2020 Census, a -2.2% decrease from 2010.[39] [40] Post-2020 estimates indicate continued downward pressure, with the U.S. Census Bureau projecting 7,924 residents as of July 1, 2024, marking a -2.1% decline from the 2020 base.[40] Annual estimates from 2021 to 2023 averaged around 7,950-8,000, consistent with a -0.5% year-over-year drop observed between 2022 and 2023.[13] This trajectory contrasts with slower but positive growth in the adjacent Grand Blanc Charter Township, which rose from 37,104 in 2010 to 39,842 by 2023 estimates, highlighting urban-suburban divergence in the region.[41] Decennial census data for the city underscores these trends:| Census Year | Population | Percent Change from Prior Decade |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 8,340 | +5.7% (from 1990's 7,891) |
| 2010 | 8,276 | -0.8% |
| 2020 | 8,091 | -2.2% |
Racial, Ethnic, and Socioeconomic Composition
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2019-2023 estimates), Grand Blanc's population is predominantly White, comprising 76.4% identifying as White alone, with non-Hispanic Whites at 75.4%. Black or African American alone accounts for 14.5%, reflecting a substantial minority presence influenced by regional migration patterns from nearby Flint. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race constitute 4.4%, primarily of Mexican origin, while Asian alone is approximately 0.7%, American Indian and Alaska Native alone 0.0%, and other races or two or more races make up the remainder.[40][13] Socioeconomically, Grand Blanc exhibits middle-class characteristics, with a median household income of $67,284 in 2023 and a per capita income of $57,457. The poverty rate stands at 7.01%, lower than the national average of about 11.5%, indicating relative economic stability amid post-industrial shifts in Genesee County. Educational attainment for residents aged 25 and older aligns closely with state norms, with approximately 91% having completed high school or equivalent and around 25-30% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, supporting a workforce oriented toward professional and service sectors.[13][43][44]| Demographic Indicator | Value (2023 ACS unless noted) |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,284[13] |
| Poverty Rate | 7.01%[43] |
| High School Graduate or Higher (25+) | 90.9%[44] |
