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Walker, MI

Population
25,881
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
744 ft
Median Home Value
$295,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,202/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$76,360
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Walker in context.

OverallBest places in MichiganPopulation rankingHighest population places in MichiganNearest larger communityGrand Rapids, Michigan5.7 miles away · 201,183 residents.

About Walker

Walker is a Kent County city immediately northwest of Grand Rapids. It began as Walker Township in 1837, the second township organized in the county, and originally covered land north of the Grand River. Today Walker is a suburban and commercial part of the Grand Rapids area, with neighborhoods, industrial space, retail corridors, and major employers. It is also home to Meijer's headquarters and has hosted the Grand Rapids Gold of the NBA G League, giving it a mix of corporate and sports visibility.

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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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