Where is Auburn Hills, Michigan

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Auburn Hills is a city in southeastern Michigan and is part of the Detroit metropolitan area in Oakland County. It is located about 30 miles north of downtown Detroit and is known for Oakland University, major automotive headquarters, and the former Palace of Auburn Hills site. The city is an important center for business, education, and technology.

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Where is Auburn Hills Located in Oakland County, Michigan

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Where is Auburn Hills Located?

Auburn Hills is a city located in Oakland County, Michigan, the United States. The city lies in southeastern Michigan along Interstate 75, approximately 6 miles (10 km) north of Pontiac, 24 miles (39 km) northwest of Detroit, and about 55 miles (89 km) east of Lansing. Auburn Hills is located at 42.6875° North latitude and 83.2341° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 24,360. Auburn Hills covers approximately 16.66 square miles (43.15 sq km). The city is well known for Oakland University, Stellantis North American headquarters, and its concentration of automotive, technology, and manufacturing companies.

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Auburn Hills City Facts

CityAuburn Hills
StateMichigan
CountyOakland County
CountryUnited States
RegionSoutheast Michigan
Incorporated1983
Founded1821 (settlement)
Total Area16.66 sq mi (43.15 sq km)
Land Area16.43 sq mi (42.55 sq km)
Water Area0.23 sq mi (0.60 sq km)
Elevation935 ft (285 m)
Population (2023 estimate)Approximately 25,000
Population (2020 Census)24,360
Population DensityAbout 1,480 people per sq mi
Time ZoneEastern Time (ET) (UTC−5/UTC−4)
ZIP Codes48321, 48326
Area Code248
Major HighwaysInterstate 75, M-59, M-24 (nearby)
Public TransitSMART Bus
Major AttractionsOakland University, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium, LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan
Official Websitehttps://www.auburnhills.org/

Distance from Auburn Hills, MI to Nearby Cities

  • Pontiac, MI – 6 miles (10 km)
  • Rochester Hills, MI – 5 miles (8 km)
  • Troy, MI – 10 miles (16 km)
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI – 9 miles (14 km)
  • Lake Orion, MI – 8 miles (13 km)
  • Royal Oak, MI – 18 miles (29 km)
  • Sterling Heights, MI – 16 miles (26 km)
  • Farmington Hills, MI – 20 miles (32 km)
  • Southfield, MI – 21 miles (34 km)
  • Warren, MI – 22 miles (35 km)
  • Detroit, MI – 24 miles (39 km)
  • Flint, MI – 34 miles (55 km)
  • Ann Arbor, MI – 48 miles (77 km)
  • Lansing, MI – 55 miles (89 km)
  • Port Huron, MI – 63 miles (101 km)
  • Windsor, ON – 30 miles (48 km)
  • Toledo, OH – 82 miles (132 km)
  • Saginaw, MI – 85 miles (137 km)
  • Grand Rapids, MI – 150 miles (241 km)
  • Cleveland, OH – 170 miles (274 km)

Top Attractions in Auburn Hills

  • Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
  • SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium
  • LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan
  • Oakland University
  • Topgolf Auburn Hills
  • Chrysler Museum
  • Fieldstone Golf Club
  • Riverside Park
  • Clinton River Trail
  • Bald Mountain Recreation Area

Airports Near Auburn Hills

  • Oakland County International Airport (PTK) – 11 miles (18 km)
  • Coleman A. Young International Airport (DET) – 28 miles (45 km)
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) – 42 miles (68 km)
  • Bishop International Airport (FNT) – 35 miles (56 km)
  • Windsor International Airport (YQG) – 35 miles (56 km)

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Auburn Hills Website.

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