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Population (2020)10,077,331 (2020 Census)
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Discover Michigan, One Community at a Time
MichiganExplore Michigan through the communities that give it character. Follow the lakeshore, spend an afternoon downtown, or find a new trail close to home. Our county guides bring together local history, places to visit, public services and useful links for residents and visitors. Start with a county, then connect directly with the organizations that know the area.
Michigan at a Glance
Population (2020)10,077,331 (2020 Census).webp){kind=icon}
CapitalLansing.webp){kind=icon}
Largest CityDetroit.webp){kind=icon}
Counties Statewide83.webp){kind=icon}
Land Area56,608.22 sq mi (2020 Census).webp){kind=icon}
Water AreaAbout 40,100 sq mi.webp){kind=icon}
StatehoodJanuary 26, 1837.webp){kind=icon}
Highest PointMount Arvon
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Find Your Michigan County
Choose from 44 county guides in this edition. Michigan has 83 counties, and this directory is growing. Find places to explore, community information and links to official local services.
Find Your County
Allegan CountyAntrim CountyBarry CountyBay CountyBenzie CountyBranch CountyCalhoun CountyCass CountyCharlevoix CountyClare CountyClinton CountyDickinson CountyEaton CountyGenesee CountyGogebic CountyGratiot CountyHillsdale CountyHuron CountyIngham CountyIonia CountyIron CountyIsabella CountyJackson CountyKalamazoo CountyKalkaska CountyKent CountyLake CountyLenawee CountyLivingston CountyMacomb CountyManistee CountyMason CountyMidland CountyMonroe CountyMontcalm CountyMuskegon CountyNewaygo CountyOakland CountyOsceola CountyShiawassee CountySt. Joseph CountyVan Buren CountyWashtenaw CountyWayne County
From lakeshore towns to inland communities, discover a different side of Michigan in each county guide.
County Guides
Midland CountyMidland County was created in 1831. Its present-day identity combines the city of Midland with smaller communities such as Coleman and Sanford, surrounding townships…
Clinton CountyOrganized in 1839, Clinton County combines an agricultural identity with growing communities near the Lansing area. St. Johns celebrates its connection to mint farming…
Livingston CountyOrganized in 1836, Livingston County combines an established county seat in Howell with communities shaped by lakes, trails and regional travel routes. Today, Howell…
Gratiot CountyGratiot County was created in 1831 and organized in 1855. Its local stories are preserved at the county historical museum in Ithaca, where a…
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Midland CountyMidland County was created in 1831. Its present-day identity combines the city of Midland with smaller communities such as Coleman and Sanford, surrounding townships…
Clinton CountyOrganized in 1839, Clinton County combines an agricultural identity with growing communities near the Lansing area. St. Johns celebrates its connection to mint farming…Livingston CountyOrganized in 1836, Livingston County combines an established county seat in Howell with communities shaped by lakes, trails and regional travel routes. Today, Howell…Gratiot CountyGratiot County was created in 1831 and organized in 1855. Its local stories are preserved at the county historical museum in Ithaca, where a…
Welcome To
America
Local stories connect Michigan to the wider American story. Explore the people, public places and community institutions that make each town its own.
Local Stories. Shared Connections.
Local Heritage
Historic downtowns, museums and public archives offer places to begin exploring.
Community Connections
Libraries, schools and neighborhood organizations help people find their place.
Everyday Discovery
A nearby park, trail or main street can turn an ordinary afternoon into a new experience.
Looking Ahead
Support the places and people helping Michigan communities grow.
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Michigan Dispatch
News and community stories from across Michigan
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Michigan Stories
Explore Michigan’s landscapes and communities.
State Symbols & Heritage
Nickname State Motto State Bird State Flower State Tree State Game Mammal
The Spirit of Michigan
Symbols that reflect Michigan’s natural and cultural history.
The Great Lakes State
A nickname celebrating the waters that shape Michigan.
Si quaeris peninsulam amoenam circumspice
If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you.
American Robin
Michigan adopted the robin as its state bird in 1931.
Apple Blossom
The apple blossom became the state flower in 1897.
Eastern White Pine
Michigan adopted the white pine as its state tree in 1955.
White-tailed Deer
The white-tailed deer is Michigan’s state game mammal.
A State of Discovery
Michigan’s identity connects its Great Lakes shores, working landscapes and distinct Upper and Lower Peninsula communities.
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The Great Lakes StateExplore Michigan places and connect with official resources.
Our State. Our Stories.★
Michigan Resources
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Useful Links for Everyday Life
Explore Michigan places and connect with official resources.
Emergency Preparedness
Find preparedness information. Call 911 for an emergency.
We’re Here to Help
Start with official sources for local services and information.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers for residents and visitors.
County profiles, places to explore and links to official public resources.
Lansing is Michigan’s capital.
Use the county picker above. This edition includes 44 prepared county guides out of Michigan’s 83 counties.
Use the Government resource tab or follow the official links in your county guide.
Start with a county guide and confirm hours and availability with the destination before traveling.
Call 911 for an emergency. For preparedness information, visit Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
The State Parks and Trails resource tabs link to Michigan Department of Natural Resources information.
Use the Veterans resource tab to reach the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency.
Choose a county to explore its local directory, public attractions and community resources. Confirm hours and availability with each destination.
The Employment resource tab links to Michigan’s Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.
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