East Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, USA
Municipality
Location overview
East Grand Rapids is a compact city surrounded by Grand Rapids in central Kent County, with Reeds Lake at its geographic and recreational center. Established residential neighborhoods, tree-lined streets and waterfront parks give the city a distinct character within the metropolitan area. Gaslight Village serves as its walkable commercial district, while trails and public spaces connect the lake with surrounding neighborhoods. East Grand Rapids had an estimated population of 11,663 in 2025, about 2.2% above the 2020 estimates base. Education, health care, professional services, retail, restaurants and employment elsewhere in metropolitan Grand Rapids shape its economy.