Wacousta is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Clinton County in the U.S. state of Michigan.

[4] The community of Wacousta was listed as a newly-organized census-designated place for the 2010 census, meaning it now has officially defined boundaries and population statistics for the first time.

In 1837, a group of visionaries, drawn to the river's potential for water power, formed the Waterloo Joint Stock Company.

His arrival marked a turning point, as he brought his determination and business acumen to the fledgling community.

His efforts helped to attract other settlers and businesses, contributing to Wacousta's transformation into a thriving community.