Kent County Health Department
700 Fuller Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503
Contact & location
- Address
- 700 Fuller Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503
- Records for
- Kent County, Michigan
- Phone
- (616) 632-7100
- Official site
- Government website ↗
Last verified July 14, 2026
This office issues Michigan state records
Kent County follows Michigan’s fees, eligibility rules and processing times. Compare the statewide baseline below before choosing where to go.
- $34.00
- Michigan birth certificate fee
- 4–5 weeks
- Statewide processing
- 10,140,459
- Michigan population
Office hours
| Monday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Thursday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Friday | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Saturday | closed |
| Sunday | closed |
Certificates, fees & processing
Michigan statewide| Record | Fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | $34.00Michigan state fee | 4–5 weeksMichigan estimate |
| Death Certificate | $34.00Michigan state fee | 4–5 weeksMichigan estimate |
| Marriage Certificate | $34.00Michigan state fee | 4–5 weeksMichigan estimate |
| Divorce Record | $34.00Michigan state fee | 5–7 weeksMichigan estimate |
This office has not published which records it issues or what it charges, so the table shows the records available in Michigan at the statewide fee. Call ahead to confirm before travelling. Processing times are set at state level — county offices do not publish their own — and are estimates that vary with demand.
The Kent County Health Department is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of the local community. Their wide-ranging services encompass vital functions, including monitoring water quality, food safety, and sanitation to safeguard environmental health, promoting public health through educational programs, managing disease control, overseeing permits and inspections, and actively participating in emergency preparedness.
While their mission is vital for the well-being of the community, its essential to note that they typically do not handle vital records like birth certificates, death certificates and marriage certificates . To obtain these crucial documents, please visit other listings of offices available in the state of Michigan.
Reviews
★★★★★3.5 (74)- ★★★★★Elizabeth MansfieldGoogle
As a health department it has slightly different procedures from a private office. When confused, the staff was kind and helpful. I received two immunizations and the staff member handling them was wonderful. It was a long appt (1.5 hours for two immunizations) so be prepared that may occur. Several others had much shorter appointments so it varies. They also have price options based on income.
- ★★★★★Right On TrackGoogle
Major kudos to Jennifer S. in the Environmental Health dept for her speed in responding to a records request I made recently, for a copy of septic system maps on a property I own. I was able to make the FOIA request right on the county's website, pay for it, and get the attachments all in the same day. In a manner of hours really, which is SO refreshing in its efficiency. Well done!
- ★★★★★Bill Dwyer DwyerGoogle
Team Tekia is amazing group of professionals. i have been associated with KCH department for over 2 years The level of care, knowledge and compassion is best in class! they take the time to explain options and treatment. I feel this care has been exceptional for me.
- ★★★★★Matthew CurryGoogle
Very helpful! Looking for a test to check the Radon levels in my house. The KCHD has them for free! Also available free for real estate, I didn’t ask, but would think that it’s ok for a rental property also. Pick up the kit inside the building but outside of the Environmental Health door on the basement level.
- ★★★★★Mandy BabcockGoogle
To the ladies in the annex building today doing hearing and vision screening today thank you from the bottom of my heart. You showed this tired mom empathy and understanding when I needed it most. Thank you for being so kind.