Cedar
Census-designated place in Leelanau County, Michigan

Cedar is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Leelanau County, Michigan, with 102 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 597 ft (182 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Maple City, 3.2 miles W.
- 102residents (2020 Census)
- 597 ftelevation · 182 m
- 0.2 sq miland area · 0.5 km²
- 567 / sq mipopulation density
- 49621ZIP code
About Cedar
Cedar is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Leelanau County in the U.S. State of Michigan. The CDP had a population of 102 at the 2020 census. Cedar is located within Solon Township, and lies about 10 miles (16 km) northwest of Traverse City. The town is known for its Polish heritage, and is home to an annual polka festival.
As an unincorporated community, Cedar has no legal autonomy of its own. However, it does have its own post office with the 49621 ZIP Code.
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- Median household income
- $52,625
- Median age
- 71.6
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Cedar had 102 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 102 |
|---|---|
| Density | 567 per sq mi (219 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Cedar at a glance
| State | Michigan (MI) |
|---|---|
| County | Leelanau County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 102 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.18 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.8467° N, 85.7941° W |
| ZIP code | 49621 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2614020 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Cedar
- Maple City3.2 mi W
- Greilickville6.8 mi SE
- Lake Ann8.7 mi S
- Hardwood Acres8.9 mi S
- Maple Grove9.9 mi S
- Lake Leelanau10.0 mi N
- Glen Arbor10.1 mi W
- Traverse City11.3 mi SE
- Suttons Bay11.6 mi NE
- Leland12.2 mi N
- Empire13.2 mi W
- Chums Corner13.5 mi SE
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Frequently asked questions about Cedar
What county is Cedar in?
Cedar is in Leelanau County, Michigan.
What is the population of Cedar, MI?
102 people lived in Cedar at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Cedar, MI?
The ZIP code of Cedar is 49621.
What is the elevation of Cedar?
597 feet (182 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Cedar?
Maple City (3.2 mi), Greilickville (6.8 mi), Lake Ann (8.7 mi), Hardwood Acres (8.9 mi), Maple Grove (9.9 mi).
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