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Where is Grand Rapids Located? - Grand Rapids is a city located in the Kent County of Michigan, United States. Grand Rapids lies between 37.0433863 Degrees North latitudes and 93.294353 Degrees West longitudes.
Where is Grand Rapids?: The Google Map showing the location of Grand Rapids in the U.S. state of Michigan.
Grand Rapids is a city located in the Kent County of Michigan, United States. Grand Rapids lies between 37.0433863 Degrees North latitudes and 93.294353 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Grand Rapids city is 198917 people and the city has a total area of 44.76 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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| Property | Information |
|---|---|
| City | Grand Rapids |
| County | Kent County |
| State | Michigan |
| State Capital | Lansing |
| US Region | Midwestern United States |
| Latitude | 42.9634°N |
| Longitude | 85.6681°W |
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
| Land Area | 44.43 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.99 sq mi |
| Total Area | 45.42 sq mi |
| Population (latest Census year) | 198,917 (Census 2020) |
| Population Density (per sq mi) | Approximately 4,478 |
| ZIP Codes | 49501, 49503, 49504, 49505, 49506, 49507, 49508, 49512, 49525, 49534 |
| Area Code | 616 |
| Time Zone Standard | Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 26-34000 |
| Congressional District | Michigan's 3rd Congressional District |
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Grand Rapids | Michigan | 4 | 10 minutes |
| Wyoming | Michigan | 5 | 15 minutes |
| Walker | Michigan | 5 | 15 minutes |
| Kentwood | Michigan | 6 | 15 minutes |
| Holland | Michigan | 30 | 40 minutes |
| Muskegon | Michigan | 40 | 50 minutes |
| Kalamazoo | Michigan | 55 | 1 hour |
| Lansing | Michigan | 70 | 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Battle Creek | Michigan | 70 | 1 hour 20 minutes |
| Detroit | Michigan | 155 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Transportation | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gerald R. Ford International Airport |
| IATA Code | GRR |
| Port | Port of Muskegon and Great Lakes shipping access |
| Major Highways | Interstate 196, Interstate 96, U.S. Route 131, M-6 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | Amtrak Pere Marquette service available in Grand Rapids |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | The Rapid public transportation system |
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park | Garden and Art Museum |
| Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum | History Museum |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum | Museum |
| John Ball Zoo | Zoo |
| Downtown Market Grand Rapids | Market |
| Grand Rapids Art Museum | Art Museum |
| Rosa Parks Circle | Public Plaza |
| Heritage Hill Historic District | Historic District |
| Fish Ladder Park | River Attraction |
| Millennium Park | Regional Park |
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University - Pew Grand Rapids Campus | Public | University | Business, education, health sciences, and professional programs |
| Calvin University | Private | University | Liberal arts, sciences, engineering, and faith-based education |
| Aquinas College | Private | College | Liberal arts, nursing, education, and business programs |
| Grand Rapids Community College | Public | Community College | Associate degrees, workforce training, and transfer programs |
| Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University | Public | College | Art, design, and creative studies programs |
Grand River, Rogue River, Plaster Creek, Reed's Lake, Lake Michigan (nearby)
Indian Trails Golf Course, Mines Golf Course, Boulder Creek Golf Club, Egypt Valley Country Club, Cascade Hills Country Club