History of Marne, Michigan in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 28, 2026

Marne, Michigan is an unincorporated community located within Wright Township in Ottawa County. It's a small, undefined population center without its own municipal government, existing as part of the larger township. Its relevance lies in its geographical location within Ottawa County, Michigan.

1919: Name change to Marne

In 1919, due to anti-German sentiments during World War I, the name of Berlin was changed to Marne to honor soldiers who fought in the Second Battle of the Marne.

2011: US Census Bureau Data

According to the 2011 US Census Bureau, Marne's total population was 3,177. The median age was 42.8, and 91% of residents had a high school diploma or higher. The median house value in 2011 was $177,300, and the median household income was $64,245. 6.8% of the population was below the poverty line.