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Maple Rapids, MI

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Population
588
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
686 ft
Median Home Value
$131,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$433/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,786
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Maple Rapids

Maple Rapids is a quiet village of roughly 600 residents set along the Maple River in northwestern Clinton County. Located just a short drive from St. Johns, it offers a peaceful rural setting right next to the Maple River State Game Area. Daily life moves at a relaxed pace, shaped by open farmland, quiet neighborhood streets, and the scenic waterway winding through town.

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The community dates back to the 1820s, starting as a trading post near Ottawa maple sugar camps along the river. Today, it attracts newcomers looking for affordable country living with easy access to fishing, kayaking, and hunting. It is a solid choice for anyone who wants a friendly small-town atmosphere while staying within a reasonable driving distance of St. Johns and Lansing.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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