Potterville Public RecordsMichigan

Potterville, located in Eaton County, Michigan, has a population of approximately 2,338 (2020 Census). The median age is about 36 years. Gender distribution is nearly even, with 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the city is predominantly White (91%), with smaller percentages of Black or African American (2%), Native American (1%), Asian (1%), and other races or two or more races (5%). Hispanic or Latino residents make up around 4% of the population.

Potterville, Eaton County, MI, offers a mix of homeownership (about 73%) and rentals (27%). The median home value is approximately $134,000, with median rents around $980 per month. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes, with some apartments and manufactured options. Neighborhoods are generally quiet and residential. Potterville's property values have risen slightly over the past year, about 3%. The property tax rate is around 1.7%. The city provides affordable options compared to larger Michigan markets, making it attractive to families and first-time buyers.

Potterville, located in Eaton County, MI, is served primarily by Potterville Public Schools, which includes Potterville High School. The district enrolls approximately 950 students across K-12 grades, with the high school comprising about 250 students. The district’s average graduation rate is around 84%, and about 16% of adults in Potterville hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety initiatives include regular drills and a school resource officer. Programs offered include dual enrollment, career technical education, and special education services. The average GreatSchools rating for Potterville Public Schools is 4 out of 10.

Potterville, Eaton County, MI has limited healthcare facilities, with no hospitals within city limits; residents typically access care at nearby hospitals such as Sparrow Eaton Hospital in Charlotte (10 miles away). The city has a small number of primary care clinics, and Eaton County reports about 23 primary care physicians per 100,000 residents, below the state average. Around 8% of Potterville’s population is uninsured, while 92% have health insurance. Common health issues include obesity (34% prevalence in Eaton County), diabetes (10%), and hypertension. Patient demographics mirror county trends, with approximately 90% White and 19% under age 18.

Transportation in Potterville, Eaton County, MI is largely car-dependent, with 87% of residents commuting by car, and less than 1% using public transit as of the 2020 Census. The average commute time is approximately 24 minutes. Major roads include I-69 and M-100, connecting Potterville to Lansing, a key employment hub 12 miles away. Nearly 97% of households own at least one vehicle. Public transit options are limited, with Eaton County's EATRAN offering demand-response services. Most residents work outside Potterville, primarily in education, health care, and manufacturing sectors in the greater Lansing region.