Perry, MI

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Population
2,134
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
889 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$164,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,091/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$75,321
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Located about twenty miles northeast of Lansing along I-69, Perry offers the quiet charm of a small mid-Michigan town with an easy commute to the capital and East Lansing. Home to around 2,100 people, the community is surrounded by open farmland and rolling country roads, giving it a peaceful, rural feel. At the center of town, a compact downtown grid makes everyday errands quick and simple, while easy highway access puts major employers, shopping, and entertainment in Lansing or Flint well within reach.

Life in Perry revolves around a close-knit neighborhood feel and a strong sense of local heritage. Residents enjoy spending time at community parks, visiting the local branch of the Community District Library, and exploring landmarks like the 1879 Calkins-Macqueen House. With its quiet residential streets, comfortable homes, and relaxed daily pace, the town is a great fit for anyone wanting space and small-town tranquility while keeping the perks of nearby cities close at hand.

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