Chelsea
City in Washtenaw County, Michigan
Chelsea is a city in Washtenaw County, Michigan, with 5,467 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 932 ft (284 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Dexter, 7.2 miles E.
- 5,467residents (2020 Census)
- 932 ftelevation · 284 m
- 3.7 sq miland area · 9.6 km²
- 1,483 / sq mipopulation density
- 48118ZIP code
About Chelsea
Chelsea is a city in Washtenaw County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 5,467 at the 2020 census. Located approximately 15 miles west of Ann Arbor, the city is recognized for its vibrant arts community, historic downtown, and strong civic identity. Chelsea also serves as a regional hub for outdoor recreation, due to its proximity to state parks, trails, lakes and rivers.
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Living in Chelsea
- Median household income
- $72,098
- Median home value
- $312,700
- Median rent
- $1,619/mo
- Median age
- 51.2
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Chelsea had 5,467 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 5,467 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,483 per sq mi (572 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Chelsea at a glance
| State | Michigan (MI) |
|---|---|
| County | Washtenaw County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 5,467 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.69 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Water area | 0.05 sq mi (0.13 km²) |
| Elevation | 932 ft (284 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.3114° N, 84.0194° W |
| ZIP code | 48118 |
| Official website | city-chelsea.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2615020 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Chelsea
- Dexter7.2 mi E
- Grass Lake10.4 mi SW
- Pinckney10.7 mi N
- Manchester11.3 mi S
- Stockbridge12.4 mi NW
- Barton Hills13.5 mi E
- Ann Arbor14.9 mi E
- Napoleon15.3 mi SW
- Whitmore Lake15.6 mi NE
- Saline15.6 mi SE
- Michigan Center16.4 mi W
- Clinton17.0 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Chelsea
What county is Chelsea in?
Chelsea is in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
What is the population of Chelsea, MI?
5,467 people lived in Chelsea at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Chelsea, MI?
The ZIP code of Chelsea is 48118.
What is the elevation of Chelsea?
932 feet (284 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Chelsea?
Dexter (7.2 mi), Grass Lake (10.4 mi), Pinckney (10.7 mi), Manchester (11.3 mi), Stockbridge (12.4 mi).
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