Affordable Wyoming Storage Units

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Wyoming.

About Wyoming, Michigan

Wyoming, Michigan, is the largest suburb in the southern part of Grand Rapids. It is only five miles from downtown Grand Rapids. About 72,000 people live there. The area was settled in 1832; however, it took until 1959 for the city to be incorporated. Since then, the city's population has continued to grow each year.

Living in Wyoming offers the convenience of being part of the metropolitan area surrounding Grand Rapids. This combines with the beauty and tranquility of living in a suburban area that has rural farms, orchards, and a pastoral lifestyle.

What To Do in Wyoming, MI

Kids love the Frog Hollow Boundless Playground. This free public park offers exceptional play areas and activities where kids can safely enjoy playing and climbing. Some areas are specially made for kids with disabilities to enjoy.

There are plenty of Dutch immigrants in Michigan. Vander Veen's Dutch Store in Wyoming is unique because it sells many items imported from Holland. The nearby Downtown Market in Grand Rapids is extremely popular. There is shopping galore, a fresh fish market, culinary classes to attend, and various events. The Market Hall can be rented for special occasions and is frequently used for wedding receptions.

Another fun place to shop is the RiverTown Crossings Mall in Grandville, which is about three miles from Wyoming.

Working in Wyoming, MI

Households in Wyoming have a median income of $48,579, only about $2,000 lower (4%) than household income in other Michigan cities. This is around $7,000 (13%) lower than the average nationwide.

City-Data shows the largest employers for the area are:

• Manufacturers that provide 27% of the jobs.
• Transportation companies and warehouses that provide 11% of the jobs.
• Retail stores that provide 9% of the jobs.
• Construction companies that provide 9% of the jobs.

Wyoming, MI Neighborhoods

The top-ten areas in the City of Wyoming which have the most expensive homes are:

• 52nd Street SW and Canal Avenue SW: Median home price is $252,955
• 52nd Street SW and Clyde Park Avenue SW: Median home price is $244,739
• Byron Center Avenue SW and 36th Street SW: Median home price is $168,941
• City Center: Median home price is $143,219
• Clyde Park Avenue SW and Ariebill Street SW: Median home price is $141,932
• Byron Center Avenue SW and Prairie Street SW: Median home price is $134,580
• 32nd Street SW and Clyde Park Avenue SW: Median home price is $134,562
• Chicago Drive SW and Burlingame Avenue SW: Median home price is $133,871
• Division Avenue S and 54th Street SW: Median home price is $126,562
• Chicago Drive SW and Clyde Park Avenue SW: Median home price is $124,181

Wyoming, MI Schools

Wyoming, Michigan is served by many school districts. There are 27 public schools, eight private schools, and one post-secondary school in, or near, Wyoming. The school districts covering different parts of Wyoming include:

• Kelloggsville Public Schools
• Godfrey-Lee Public Schools
• Wyoming Public Schools
• Godwin Heights Public Schools
• Grandville Public Schools

Moving to Wyoming, MI Resource Guide

These are the services new residents will need:

Driver's License and Vehicle Registration: Michigan's Secretary of State is the government agency responsible for Michigan identification cards, driver's licenses, and registration services for autos/trucks. Many of these services are accessible online.

Electricity: Provided by Consumers Energy. The easiest way to set up a new account is to call 1-800-477-5050.

Natural Gas: Available from many companies in the area. To view the choices, go to Call Me Power.

Water, Sewer, Garbage Collection, and Recycling Services: Offered by the City of Wyoming. Call 616-530-7226 to get more information or go to their website.

Television, Telephone, and Internet Services: Prices for television and internet can be compared at CableTV.com and telephone services can be compared on Wirefly

Wyoming, MI Municipal Government: The City Of Wyoming has its offices at 1155 28th Street SW. The telephone number is 616-530-7226. The Wyoming Parks and Recreation Department manages the public parks. There are adult sports programs and Summer Fun for youth. This is also a nice Senior Center.

Wyoming, MI Housing

Wyoming, Michigan, has a median home price of $100,600 (June 2019). This is 21% lower than other Michigan municipalities. Nearly 65% of Wyoming residents own their home, which is 9% lower than the state average. The median rent asked for in this city is $758, which is 5% lower than the median rent you would have to pay in other Michigan cities. The cost of living in Wyoming is 2% lower than found in other Michigan cities and below the national average by 12%.

The median age in Wyoming, Michigan, is around 34 years old, which is about five years younger than the statewide median age. Wyoming has mostly middle-income families. Many families have children. The majority of the residents own their homes.