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Quick answer: Pierson, Michigan, is a village within Pierson Township in Montcalm County, located on US131 between Howard City and Sand Lake. The township had a 2000 census population of 2,866, while the village has 167 residents. Founded in 1856, Pierson offers a suburban rural mix feel, with most residents owning their homes and tending to be conservative.

Key Takeaways

Pierson Township is located in Montcalm County, Michigan.
The village of Pierson is situated on US131, between Howard City, Michigan, and Sand Lake.
The community was founded in 1856 by David S. Pierson, Dexter Clark, and John L. Shar.
The population of Pierson Township was 2,866 at the 2000 census.
The village of Pierson has a population of 167, with residents typically owning their homes and tending to be conservative.

Pierson Michigan-Discover Montcalm- episode 24

Welcome to Pierson, Michigan, featured in this episode of Discover Montcalm! Pierson Township, nestled in Montcalm County, offers a unique blend of history, local attractions, and vibrant community life. While its population was 2,866 at the 2000 census, the charming Village of Pierson, located on US131 between Howard City to the north and Sand Lake to the south, continues to evolve. Founded in 1856 by David S. Pierson, Dexter Clark, and John L. Shar, this area boasts a rich past, with its first post office established in 1857. Beyond its historical roots, Pierson is known for its opportunities for outdoor recreation and a welcoming atmosphere. The village itself, incorporated in 1873, is a…

In 1856, David S. Pierson acquired forty acres of land here. With Dexter Clark and John L. Shar, Pierson founded the community while it was still part of Mecosta County. Pierson opened the first post office in his home on January 29, 1857. It was platted in 1870 and incorporated as a village in 1873.

The village of Pierson is a town in Michigan with a population of 167. Pierson is in Montcalm County. Living in Pierson offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. Residents of Pierson tend to be conservative.

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