Michigan County Map with Cities
Explore geography, source year and identifier definitions before using the map.
Explore this historical reference layer and search its county or county-equivalent names and FIPS identifiers. Alphabetical list as contained in the bundled historic dataset. This is not a verified current count. 83 reference entries Source limitations: Geometry from bundled Basemap Michigan Map
County and County-Equivalent Reference List
County / equivalent FIPS (dataset) Alcona 26001 Alger 26003 Allegan 26005 Alpena 26007 Antrim 26009 Arenac 26011 Baraga 26013 Barry 26015 Bay 26017 Benzie 26019 Berrien 26021 Branch 26023 Calhoun 26025 Cass 26027 Charlevoix 26029 Cheboygan 26031 Chippewa 26033 Clare 26035 Clinton 26037 Crawford 26039 Delta 26041 Dickinson 26043 Eaton 26045 Emmet 26047 Genesee 26049 Gladwin 26051 Gogebic 26053 Grand Traverse 26055 Gratiot 26057 Hillsdale 26059 Houghton 26061 Huron 26063 Ingham 26065 Ionia 26067 Iosco 26069 Iron 26071 Isabella 26073 Jackson 26075 Kalamazoo 26077 Kalkaska 26079 Kent 26081 Keweenaw 26083 Lake 26085 Lapeer 26087 Leelanau 26089 Lenawee 26091 Livingston 26093 Luce 26095 Mackinac 26097 Macomb 26099 Manistee 26101 Marquette 26103 Mason 26105 Mecosta 26107 Menominee 26109 Midland 26111 Missaukee 26113 Monroe 26115 Montcalm 26117 Montmorency 26119 Muskegon 26121 Newaygo 26123 Oakland 26125 Oceana 26127 Ogemaw 26129 Ontonagon 26131 Osceola 26133 Oscoda 26135 Otsego 26137 Ottawa 26139 Presque Isle 26141 Roscommon 26143 Saginaw 26145 Sanilac 26151 Schoolcraft 26153 Shiawassee 26155 St. Clair 26147 St. Joseph 26149 Tuscola 26157 Van Buren 26159 Washtenaw 26161 Wayne 26163 Wexford 26165 UScounties shapefile (EPSG:4269), source vintage not verified. Do not quote its numeric totals as present-day administrative counts. Downloaded SVG files include no legal accuracy warranty.
Understanding the county-equivalent system in Michigan
Some city and county boundaries overlap, while unincorporated areas lie outside municipal limits. County maps must state the record year and jurisdiction definition. County-equivalent units are the level used in many Census datasets; state-level terminology and changes over time can affect counts and boundaries.
Examples of Michigan county GEOIDs
| Legacy reference name | Five-digit GEOID | County part |
|---|---|---|
| Alcona | 26001 |
001 |
| Alger | 26003 |
003 |
| Allegan | 26005 |
005 |
| Alpena | 26007 |
007 |
| Antrim | 26009 |
009 |
| Arenac | 26011 |
011 |
The first two FIPS digits identify the state in this dataset (26); the following three digits identify a county or county-equivalent record. Preserve leading zeros when storing these IDs in spreadsheets, CSV or databases.
How to read and verify the county map
- Start with the state outline and use the on-page search to find a county or full FIPS code.
- Check whether the entry represents a county, parish, borough, census area or independent city.
- Use the source-year label when referencing boundaries or computing statistics.
- For modern population, area or county-seat statistics, join this table to a verified dated government source rather than guessing from the map.
County lists versus postal addresses
A ZIP code, county name and postal city serve different purposes. A mailing address can use a neighboring city’s name, and one ZIP can intersect several counties. Use a point-in-polygon lookup against a properly dated jurisdiction layer when an exact address-to-county answer matters.
Official data to cross-check
The U.S. Census Bureau publishes 2025 Gazetteer county tables with area and representative coordinate fields, and TIGER/Line boundaries. The Gazetteer files do not include population; a separately dated Census or ACS table is required for that value.
10 questions about Michigan
Questions based on search intent and competitor topics; not a verified Google People Also Ask feed.
How many counties or county equivalents are listed for Michigan?
The bundled reference currently contains 83 entries for Michigan. Because the underlying source vintage is not confirmed against the latest Census release, verify the authoritative current count before quoting it.
What is the county FIPS code for Michigan?
Michigan has state-level FIPS prefix 26. A complete county GEOID combines the two-digit state code and a three-digit county code. For example, Alcona has the stored GEOID 26001.
How do I locate a county on the Michigan map?
Use the county-name/FIPS table and consult an authoritative labeled map to match a name to its boundary. A point near a border needs a precise coordinate-based check.
Can I download a blank Michigan county map?
Check the associated printable-map page. County outlines require actual county geometry; an exterior state outline alone does not provide individual county borders.
Does the list include all current county equivalents in Michigan?
The page displays records in the bundled historical reference, not a certified current list. Independent cities and similar county equivalents require careful definition.
Is the Michigan county data from the latest Census year?
No current-vintage certification is claimed for this local dataset. Compare names and GEOIDs against a dated TIGER/Line or Census Gazetteer file.
What is the difference between a county and a ZIP Code in Michigan?
County boundaries are government/statistical administrative areas; ZIP Codes are postal delivery identifiers and often cross counties. ZIP Code Tabulation Areas are Census approximations.
Can I look up a Michigan county by address?
An authoritative geocoding service or Census Geocoder can map an address to an official county. County names alone do not determine the county of every address.
Where do I find county population and land area for Michigan?
Use a named Census population-estimate vintage for people and a Gazetteer/TIGER data year for area. Avoid mixing Census years when calculating density or ranks.
Can I use Michigan county borders for property or legal decisions?
No. The reference is intended for education and general exploration. Property and administrative boundary decisions require current authoritative local records and licensed surveys where appropriate.
Editorial and data status: This is an unpublished reference draft. The information must be checked before the page can be treated as current geographic data or production-ready research.