Lawton, MI is a small rural community with a population of 1,805 people, located in Van Buren County. The population density of the town is 779 people per square mile, which is significantly lower than the US Population Density of 93 people per square mile. There are a variety of local businesses located in Lawton that offer goods and services to residents. Some of these include the Lawton Family Market, the Lawton Hardware Store, and the Lawton Cafe. In addition to shopping opportunities, Lawton also has a range of year-round outdoor activities for residents to enjoy. Lake Michigan is just 15 miles away from Lawton, offering fishing and boating opportunities during all four seasons. The town also hosts an annual Country Fair which includes a parade and carnival rides; as well as numerous other organizations such as 4H Clubs and church groups supported by citizens of the community. Local sporting events are held at high school level; including football, basketball, and soccer games hosted by Lawton High School.
The population in Lawton is 1,805. There are 782 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Lawton is 46.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Lawton is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Lawton
- 47.5% are married
- 17.5% are divorced
- 32.8% are married with children
- 19.9% have children, but are single
Race in Lawton
- 83.0% are White
- 0.4% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.9% are Native American
- 0.4% claim Other
- 12.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander