Mecosta, MI is a small town with a population of 447 according to the most recent census. The population density of 413 people per square mile makes it much more rural than the US population density of 93 people per square mile. Mecosta is home to many businesses, including Bennett's Farm Market, which specializes in fresh fruits and vegetables, and Sweet Dreams Confectionery, an ice cream shop that serves homemade waffle cones. Year-round outdoor activities in Mecosta include fishing at Townline Lake, hiking on trails in the Highbanks State Forest, and kayaking along the Muskegon River. The area also has many organizations such as Mecosta County Historical Society and Mecosta Area Chamber of Commerce for community involvement. Finally, sports fans can enjoy attending local games such as basketball at Remus-Sherman High School or softball at McBain Softball Fields.
The population in Mecosta is 447. There are 402 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Mecosta is 46.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Mecosta is 3.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Mecosta
- 37.1% are married
- 13.7% are divorced
- 37.1% are married with children
- 12.1% have children, but are single
Race in Mecosta
- 88.2% are White
- 2.1% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 1.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 4.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander