What if the Upper Peninsula was its own state?

There are also questions about Superior’s viability as a separate state. If it were just the Upper Peninsula, it would have a smaller population than any other state, with its 311,361 residents representing only 60 percent of Wyoming’s population. It would rank 40th in land area, slightly larger than Maryland.

Should the Upper Peninsula be part of Wisconsin?

A: Michigan’s ownership of the Upper Peninsula has very little to do with Wisconsin, which only became a territory one year before Michigan gained statehood, but rather a border dispute with Ohio led to the UP becoming part of Michigan.

Why is Upper Peninsula Michigan not Wisconsin?

Modern-day Toledo, OH and the mouth of the Maumee River are shown as part of this territory. They fought over the land until Congress stepped in and proposed a compromise: Michigan could become a state if it gave this strip of land up to Ohio. In return, it would get all of the Upper Peninsula.

What are the poorest counties in Michigan?

The following Michigan counties have the highest poverty rates:

• Isabella County (mid-Michigan): 23.4\%
• Lake County (northern Michigan): 22.3\%
• Wayne County (southeast Michigan): 21.7\%
• Luce County (northern Michigan): 20.7\%
• Clare County (northern Michigan): 20.6\%

Is Michigan poor?

Michigan’s official poverty average from 2018 to 2020 is 10.6\%. Using the SPM, D.C. (16.5\%) and California (15.4\%) have the highest share of people living in poverty.

Is the Upper Peninsula a good place to retire?

Not only is the U.P. a great place for retirees but it is a great place for all generations of workers at any stage of their career. The U.P. blends an easy-going lifestyle with job opportunities where people can apply their expertise by being a part of mentorships, coaching, and working in organizations.