Lansing
City in Ingham County, Michigan
Lansing is a city in Ingham County, Michigan, with 112,644 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 860 ft (262 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Edgemont Park, 2.8 miles NW.
- 112,644residents (2020 Census)
- 860 ftelevation · 262 m
- 39.4 sq miland area · 102.0 km²
- 2,861 / sq mipopulation density
- 48933main ZIP code (8 in total)
About Lansing
Lansing () is the capital city of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is the sixth-most populous city in Michigan with a population of 112,644 as of the 2020 census, and is the most populous city in Ingham County, though parts of the city extend into Eaton and Clinton counties. The Lansing–East Lansing metropolitan area has an estimated 473,000 residents and is the third largest in the state after metropolitan Detroit and Grand Rapids. Lansing benefits from its central location within Mid-Michigan and serves as a regional hub for government, education, insurance and commerce.
Founded in 1835 and designated as Michigan's state capital in 1847, Lansing was selected for its more central location after concerns about Detroit's vulnerability to British attack in the War of 1812. Lansing's history is closely tied to the rise of industry in Michigan; it became a prominent center in the automobile industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Oldsmobile and REO Motor Car Company, both founded by Ransom E. Olds, were among its most prominent manufacturers.
Lansing's economy is diverse, driven by state government operations, higher education, health care, and insurance. Neighboring East Lansing is home to Michigan State University, one of the largest and most prominent research universities in the U.S. Major companies based in the city include Jackson National Life and Auto-Owners Insurance. Cultural attractions include the Michigan State Capitol building, the Impression 5 Science Center, and the Library of Michigan.
Lansing is the only U.S. state capital (among the 48 located in counties) that is not also a county seat; the seat of government of Ingham County is Mason, but the county maintains some offices in Lansing.
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Living in Lansing
- Median household income
- $54,382
- Median home value
- $128,700
- Median rent
- $993/mo
- Median age
- 33.7
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Lansing had 112,644 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 112,644 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,861 per sq mi (1,105 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Lansing at a glance
| State | Michigan (MI) |
|---|---|
| County | Ingham County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 112,644 (2020) |
| Land area | 39.37 sq mi (102.0 km²) |
| Water area | 0.64 sq mi (1.65 km²) |
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.7143° N, 84.5609° W |
| ZIP codes | 48933, 48824, 48825, 48910, 48911, 48912, 48915, 48917 |
| Official website | lansingmi.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2646000 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Lansing
- Edgemont Park2.8 mi NW
- Waverly4.1 mi NW
- East Lansing4.6 mi NE
- Holt5.2 mi S
- Dimondale6.2 mi SW
- Okemos7.5 mi E
- DeWitt8.7 mi N
- Haslett8.7 mi E
- Bath8.8 mi NE
- Wacousta9.7 mi NW
- Grand Ledge9.7 mi W
- Mason11.0 mi SE
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Frequently asked questions about Lansing
What county is Lansing in?
Lansing is in Ingham County, Michigan.
What is the population of Lansing, MI?
112,644 people lived in Lansing at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Lansing, MI?
The main ZIP code is 48933. Other ZIP codes: 48824, 48825, 48910, 48911, 48912, 48915, 48917.
What is the elevation of Lansing?
860 feet (262 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Lansing?
Edgemont Park (2.8 mi), Waverly (4.1 mi), East Lansing (4.6 mi), Holt (5.2 mi), Dimondale (6.2 mi).
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