Where is Dearborn Heights, Michigan, USA?

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Where is Dearborn Heights Located? - Dearborn Heights is a city located in the Wayne County of Michigan, United States. Dearborn Heights lies between 38.7878275 Degrees North latitudes and 90.2159441 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Dearborn Heights, Michigan

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Where is Dearborn Heights Located?

Dearborn Heights is a city located in the Wayne County of Michigan, United States. Dearborn Heights lies between 38.7878275 Degrees North latitudes and 90.2159441 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Dearborn Heights city is 63292 people and the city has a total area of 11.74 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Dearborn Heights, Michigan Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CityDearborn Heights
CountyWayne County
StateMichigan
State CapitalLansing
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude42.3362°N
Longitude83.2733°W
Elevation596 ft (182 m)
Land Area11.75 sq mi
Water Area0.02 sq mi
Total Area11.77 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)63,292
Population DensityAbout 5,387 per sq mi
ZIP Codes48125, 48127, 48135
Area Code313
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST), UTC -5
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT), UTC -4
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code26-21000
Congressional DistrictMichigan's 12th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Dearborn Heights, Michigan

  • Dearborn, Michigan - East - 3 mi
  • Inkster, Michigan - West - 4 mi
  • Taylor, Michigan - South - 5 mi
  • Garden City, Michigan - Northwest - 5 mi
  • Westland, Michigan - West - 7 mi
  • Allen Park, Michigan - Southeast - 7 mi
  • Livonia, Michigan - North - 8 mi
  • Detroit, Michigan - East - 12 mi
  • Southfield, Michigan - Northeast - 16 mi
  • Canton, Michigan - West - 16 mi

Dearborn Heights, Michigan Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January32192.2
April58393.2
July84653.3
October62452.6
Annual594233.0
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Hot-Summer Humid Continental (Dfa)
Annual RainfallAbout 33 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 180 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskNo hurricane risk; low tornado risk
SnowfallAbout 33 inches annually

Driving Distances from Dearborn Heights, Michigan

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
DearbornMichigan310 min
TaylorMichigan512 min
Garden CityMichigan512 min
WestlandMichigan715 min
LivoniaMichigan818 min
DetroitMichigan1220 min
SouthfieldMichigan1625 min
CantonMichigan1625 min
Ann ArborMichigan2835 min
ToledoOhio601 hr

Transportation and Connectivity in Dearborn Heights, Michigan

TransportationDetails
Airport NameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA CodeDTW
PortNearby Port of Detroit
Major HighwaysInterstate 94, Interstate 96, M-39 (Southfield Freeway), US 24 (Telegraph Road)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station in Dearborn
Local Bus/Transit ServiceSMART and DDOT regional bus services
  • Interstate 94 - Connects Dearborn Heights with Detroit, Ann Arbor, Chicago, and Port Huron.
  • Interstate 96 - Major east-west freeway linking the city with downtown Detroit and western Michigan.
  • M-39 (Southfield Freeway) - Provides quick north-south access to Southfield, Allen Park, and Detroit.
  • US 24 (Telegraph Road) - Major commercial corridor serving western Wayne County and southeastern Michigan.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Dearborn Heights, Michigan

Landmark NameType
Canfield Community CenterCommunity Center
Warren Valley Golf CourseGolf Course
Hines ParkRegional Park
Ford Community and Performing Arts CenterPerforming Arts Center
The Henry FordHistory Museum
Greenfield VillageLiving History Museum
Fair LaneHistoric Estate
Rouge River Gateway GreenwayNature Area
Richard A. Young Recreation CenterRecreation Center
Levagood ParkCity Park

Colleges and Universities in Dearborn Heights, Michigan

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of Michigan-DearbornPublicUniversityEngineering and business programs
Henry Ford CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer and transfer education
Schoolcraft CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical and workforce programs
Wayne County Community College DistrictPublicCommunity CollegeWorkforce and academic programs
Crestwood School DistrictPublicK-12 DistrictPublic education system

Waterbodies in Dearborn Heights, Michigan

Rouge River, Lower Rouge River, Tonquish Creek, Bell Creek, Hines Drive Ponds, Newburgh Lake, Nankin Lake, Phoenix Lake

Golf Courses in Dearborn Heights, Michigan

Warren Valley Golf Course, Dearborn Hills Golf Course, Western Golf and Country Club, Fellows Creek Golf Club, Fox Hills Golf and Banquet Center, Idyl Wyld Golf Course

Dearborn Heights, Michigan - Key Historical Facts

  • Dearborn Heights was incorporated as a city in 1960 after several surrounding townships and neighborhoods were consolidated.
  • The city's growth was closely tied to the expansion of Detroit's automotive industry during the mid-20th century.
  • Many residents worked for nearby automobile manufacturers, making Dearborn Heights an important suburban community in metropolitan Detroit.
  • The city developed primarily as a residential area while benefiting from its location near major highways and industrial centers.
  • Its diverse population has contributed to a rich cultural heritage reflected in local businesses, restaurants, and community events.
  • Today, Dearborn Heights is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, convenient location, parks, and easy access to Detroit's cultural and employment centers.

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