City of Lansing: Fact Sheet
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| Lansing was named after the city of Lansing in Tomkins County, New York by Joseph H. North, a native of the city who moved to Michigan. Both cities commemorate the Revolutionary War Hero and legal author, John Lansing. The city was voted the state capital in 1847. The city was incorporated in 1859. The capital building was constructed in 1878. |
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Area
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35.2 square miles |
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Population
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118,128 (2000 census, 52% female and 48%
male) |
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Dwelling Units
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49,505
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Household Income
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$34,833 (2000 Census in 1999 Dollars) |
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Per Capita Income
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$14,597 (2000 Census in 1999 Dollars) |
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Employment
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Education & social services account for 22% of the total employment
while retail and manufacturing each account for 12% of the total |
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Median Housing Value
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$73,500 (2000 Census in 2000 Dollars) |
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Median Age
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31.4 Years |
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State capital of Michigan |
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General Motors |
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Michigan State Government |
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Attractions:
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Riverfront Plaza |
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State Capital Building |
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Lansing Lug Nuts |
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| Colleges & Universities |
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Lansing Community College, |
