Where is Southgate, Michigan, USA?

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Where is Southgate Located? - Southgate is a city located in the Wayne County of Michigan, United States. Southgate lies between 48.2257941 Degrees North latitudes and 114.2762407 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Southgate, Michigan

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

Where is Southgate Located?

Southgate is a city located in the Wayne County of Michigan, United States. Southgate lies between 48.2257941 Degrees North latitudes and 114.2762407 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Southgate city is 30014 people and the city has a total area of 6.88 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Southgate, Michigan Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CitySouthgate
CountyWayne County
StateMichigan
State CapitalLansing
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude42.2139° N
Longitude83.1938° W
Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Land Area (sq mi)6.86
Water Area (sq mi)0.00
Total Area (sq mi)6.86
Population (2020 Census)30,014
Population Density (per sq mi)4,375.2
ZIP Codes48195
Area Code734
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST), UTC−5
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT), UTC−4
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code2674900
Congressional District13th Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Southgate

Transportation FeatureDetails
Airport NameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport provides major commercial air service.
IATA CodeDTW
PortGreat Lakes port facilities in Detroit provide regional water transportation access.
Major HighwaysInterstate 75, Interstate 94, M-85 Fort Street, and nearby Interstate 275
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak service is available from Detroit and nearby stations.
Local Bus/Transit ServiceSMART bus service provides regional transportation.
  • Southgate is located in the Downriver area of Metro Detroit.
  • Interstate 75 provides connections to Detroit, Toledo, and northern Michigan.
  • M-85 connects Southgate with nearby communities along the Detroit River corridor.
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport provides domestic and international flights.

Top Places to Visit in Southgate, Michigan

Landmark NameType
Southgate Anderson High School Performing Arts CenterCultural Venue
Market Center ParkCommunity Park
Southgate Municipal ComplexGovernment Landmark
Southgate Fun & Fitness CenterRecreation Facility
Kiwanis ParkCommunity Park
Lake Erie MetroparkRegional Recreation Area
Detroit River International Wildlife RefugeWildlife Area
Henry Ford MuseumHistory Museum
Greenfield VillageHistoric Attraction
River Rouge ParkUrban Park

Driving Distances from Southgate, Michigan to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
DetroitMichigan1220 min
DearbornMichigan815 min
WyandotteMichigan510 min
Ann ArborMichigan4045 min
ToledoOhio4550 min
WindsorCanada3545 min
LansingMichigan901 hr 30 min
FlintMichigan851 hr 20 min
ClevelandOhio1652 hr 40 min
ChicagoIllinois2804 hr 30 min

Colleges and Universities near Southgate, Michigan

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Henry Ford CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, and technical programs
University of Michigan-DearbornPublicUniversityEngineering, business, education, and research programs
Wayne State UniversityPublicUniversityResearch, medicine, law, business, and urban studies
Eastern Michigan UniversityPublicUniversityEducation, business, health sciences, and liberal arts programs

Waterbodies in Southgate, Michigan

Detroit River, Ecorse Creek, Frank and Poet Drain, and nearby Downriver waterways

Golf Courses near Southgate, Michigan

South Winds Golf Club, Riverview Highlands Golf Course, Wyandotte Shores Golf Course, and nearby Downriver golf facilities

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Southgate, Michigan

Landmark NameType
Market Center ParkCommunity Park
Southgate Municipal ComplexGovernment Landmark
Southgate Fun & Fitness CenterRecreation Facility
Kiwanis ParkCommunity Park
Detroit River International Wildlife RefugeWildlife Area
Lake Erie MetroparkRegional Recreation Area
Henry Ford MuseumHistory Museum
Greenfield VillageHistoric Attraction
River Rouge ParkUrban Park
Detroit Institute of ArtsArt Museum

Waterbodies in Southgate, Michigan

Detroit River, Ecorse Creek, Frank and Poet Drain, and nearby Downriver waterways

Golf Courses near Southgate, Michigan

South Winds Golf Club, Riverview Highlands Golf Course, Wyandotte Shores Golf Course, and nearby Downriver golf facilities

Southgate, Michigan — Key Historical Facts

  • Southgate developed from agricultural land in the Downriver area of Wayne County.
  • The community was originally part of Ecorse Township before becoming an incorporated city in 1958.
  • Southgate grew rapidly during the 20th century as Detroit's automotive industry expanded.
  • The city became a suburban residential community with strong connections to nearby industrial centers.
  • Southgate remains an important Downriver community known for parks, neighborhoods, and access to Metro Detroit attractions.

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