Marysville, Michigan, is a small riverfront city with approximately 9,900 residents, located near the Canadian border. The city offers convenient access to healthcare, retail, dining, and Lake Huron. Major employers include an Interstate Polymer factory and an ethanol refinery. Marysville is well-connected, with many residents commuting to Detroit via the expressway. The city hosts a summer carnival and a fall homecoming parade, adding to its community spirit. Housing options are diverse, with new Contemporary-style homes, midcentury ranches, cottages along the Saint Clair River, and various condos and apartments. Marysville Public Schools are highly rated, with above-average math and reading proficiencies, and a high school graduation rate exceeding state and national averages. The high school, built in 2010, features a student-run television news station. The city boasts several riverfront amenities, including a paved walking path, a sandy beach, a gazebo, and a boat launch. Recreational facilities include pickleball and tennis courts, Little League fields, playgrounds, a splash pad, and a vintage railroad engine. Dining options along Gratiot Boulevard range from fast-food franchises to local sit-down restaurants, including Thai, Chinese, and bar and grill options. The city is about 15 minutes from Henry Ford River District Hospital and less than an hour from Detroit via Interstate 94. Marysville's crime rates are below state and national averages.
