Where is Saginaw, Michigan, USA?

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Where is Saginaw Located? - Saginaw is a city located in the Saginaw County of Michigan, United States. Saginaw lies between 48.1919889 Degrees North latitudes and 114.3168131 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Saginaw?: The Google Map showing the location of Saginaw in the U.S. state of Michigan.

Where is Saginaw Located?

Saginaw is a city located in the Saginaw County of Michigan, United States. Saginaw lies between 48.1919889 Degrees North latitudes and 114.3168131 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Saginaw city is 44202 people and the city has a total area of 17.08 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Saginaw, Michigan Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CitySaginaw
CountySaginaw County
StateMichigan
State CapitalLansing
US RegionMidwest
Latitude43.4195° N
Longitude83.9508° W
Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Land Area18.10 sq mi
Water Area0.72 sq mi
Total Area18.82 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)44,202
Population Density2,442 per sq mi
ZIP Codes48601, 48602, 48603, 48604, 48605, 48606
Area Code989
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST), UTC−5
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT), UTC−4
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code26-70520
Congressional DistrictMichigan's 8th Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Saginaw, Michigan

Transportation TypeDetails
Airport NameMBS International Airport
IATA CodeMBS
PortSaginaw River Port
Major HighwaysInterstate 75, Interstate 675, U.S. Route 10, M-46
Train ServiceNo direct Amtrak service in city; nearby regional rail connections
Local Bus/Transit ServiceSaginaw Transit Authority Regional Services (STARS)
  • Interstate 675 (I-675): Provides direct access through downtown Saginaw and connects with I-75.
  • Interstate 75 (I-75): Major north-south highway linking Saginaw with Bay City, Flint, and Detroit.
  • U.S. Route 10: Connects Saginaw with Midland and western Michigan communities.
  • MBS International Airport: Provides commercial air service for the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Top Places to Visit in Saginaw, Michigan

Landmark NameType
Castle Museum of Saginaw County HistoryHistory Museum
Japanese Cultural Center and Tea HouseCultural Attraction
Children's Zoo at Celebration SquareZoo and Family Attraction
Ojibway IslandNature and Recreation Area
Hoyt ParkCommunity Park
Dow Event CenterEntertainment and Event Venue
Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture MuseumArt Museum
Saginaw Art MuseumArt Museum
Saginaw RiverfrontWaterfront Recreation Area
Shiawassee National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Area

Driving Distances from Saginaw, Michigan to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Bay CityMichigan15 mi20 minutes
MidlandMichigan25 mi35 minutes
FlintMichigan40 mi45 minutes
LansingMichigan75 mi1 hour 15 minutes
DetroitMichigan100 mi1 hour 45 minutes
Grand RapidsMichigan110 mi2 hours
Ann ArborMichigan95 mi1 hour 45 minutes
ToledoOhio120 mi2 hours
ChicagoIllinois260 mi4 hours
ClevelandOhio210 mi3 hours 15 minutes

Colleges and Universities Near Saginaw, Michigan

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Saginaw Valley State UniversityPublicUniversityBusiness, education, health sciences, engineering, and nursing programs
Delta CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical education, workforce training, and transfer programs
Central Michigan UniversityPublicUniversityEducation, business, health professions, and research
University of Michigan-FlintPublicUniversityBusiness, engineering, health sciences, and liberal arts
Saginaw Public School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary education

Waterbodies Near Saginaw, Michigan

Saginaw River, Saginaw Bay, Shiawassee River, Tittabawassee River, and nearby waterways throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Golf Courses Near Saginaw

Saginaw Country Club, Apple Mountain Golf Resort, The Fortress Golf Course, Twin Oaks Golf Course, and Swan Valley Golf Club.

Saginaw, Michigan — Key Historical Facts

  • Saginaw was founded along the Saginaw River and developed as an important Native American trading and settlement area.
  • The city grew rapidly during the 19th century through the lumber industry and river transportation.
  • Saginaw became a major industrial center with automobile manufacturing and other industries during the 20th century.
  • The city played an important role in Michigan's economic development because of its location near the Great Lakes and natural resources.
  • Today, Saginaw is known for its cultural attractions, historic neighborhoods, healthcare services, and Great Lakes Bay Region connections.

Stadiums and Sports Facilities Near Saginaw

Facility NameTypeLocation
Dow Event CenterSports and Entertainment ArenaSaginaw, Michigan
Wickes Memorial StadiumCollege Football StadiumSaginaw, Michigan
Herbert H. Dow FieldCollege Sports FacilitySaginaw, Michigan
Saginaw Heritage High School StadiumHigh School Sports StadiumSaginaw Township, Michigan
Dow DiamondBaseball StadiumMidland, Michigan

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