Norton Shores, MI is a small community located in Muskegon County, with a population of 25,040 and a population density of 1,059 people per square mile. It is known for its year-round outdoor activities such as hiking along the Lake Michigan shoreline, fishing on Mona Lake and swimming at the city beach. The city also offers numerous parks and green spaces, such as the popular Norton Pines Park. Popular local businesses include B & L Cap's Bar & Grill, Louie's Trophy House Grille and Pegtown Station Pub & Grill. There are numerous organizations to join in Norton Shores such as the Chamber of Commerce or Rotary Club. Local events like annual sports tournaments are held at Mona Lake Park & Sports Complex or football games at Reeths-Puffer High School Stadium throughout the year.
The population in Norton Shores is 25,040. There are 1,077 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Norton Shores is 39.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Norton Shores is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Norton Shores
- 56.2% are married
- 13.2% are divorced
- 31.9% are married with children
- 7.8% have children, but are single
Race in Norton Shores
- 87.2% are White
- 2.7% are Black
- 1.4% are Asian
- 0.6% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander