Saginaw
City in Saginaw County, Michigan
Saginaw is a city in Saginaw County, Michigan, with 44,202 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 581 ft (177 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Buena Vista, 2.7 miles E.
- 44,202residents (2020 Census)
- 581 ftelevation · 177 m
- 17.4 sq miland area · 45.0 km²
- 2,543 / sq mipopulation density
- 48602main ZIP code (4 in total)
About Saginaw
Saginaw () is a city in Saginaw County, Michigan, United States, and its county seat. It had a population of 44,202 at the 2020 census. Located along the Saginaw River, Saginaw is adjacent to Saginaw Charter Township and considered part of the Greater Tri-Cities region of Central Michigan. The Saginaw metropolitan area had a population of 190,124 in 2020, while the Tri-Cities area had 377,474 residents.
Established as a fort following the 1819 Treaty of Saginaw, Saginaw was a thriving lumber town in the 19th century. It was an important industrial city and manufacturing center throughout much of the 20th century due to its automobile and automotive parts production led by General Motors. As part of the Rust Belt, its industry and strong manufacturing presence declined, leading to increased unemployment, crime, and a population decline. Modern economic development is focused on comparative advantages in innovation, clean energy, and continued manufacturing exports. However, the city continues to have a higher proportion of manufacturing jobs than the U.S. average.
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Living in Saginaw
- Median household income
- $38,579
- Median home value
- $60,000
- Median rent
- $922/mo
- Median age
- 35.5
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Saginaw had 44,202 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 44,202 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,543 per sq mi (982 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Saginaw at a glance
| State | Michigan (MI) |
|---|---|
| County | Saginaw County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 44,202 (2020) |
| Land area | 17.38 sq mi (45.0 km²) |
| Water area | 0.75 sq mi (1.95 km²) |
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.4177° N, 83.9547° W |
| ZIP codes | 48602, 48607, 48638, 48724 |
| Official website | saginaw-mi.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2670520 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Saginaw
- Buena Vista2.7 mi E
- Zilwaukee4.8 mi N
- Bridgeport4.9 mi SE
- Shields6.0 mi W
- Robin Glen-Indiantown6.5 mi NE
- Freeland10.6 mi NW
- Frankenmuth12.3 mi SE
- Bay City12.4 mi N
- Burt12.8 mi S
- St. Charles13.3 mi SW
- Reese13.5 mi E
- Auburn14.1 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Saginaw
What county is Saginaw in?
Saginaw is in Saginaw County, Michigan.
What is the population of Saginaw, MI?
44,202 people lived in Saginaw at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Saginaw, MI?
The main ZIP code is 48602. Other ZIP codes: 48607, 48638, 48724.
What is the elevation of Saginaw?
581 feet (177 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Saginaw?
Buena Vista (2.7 mi), Zilwaukee (4.8 mi), Bridgeport (4.9 mi), Shields (6.0 mi), Robin Glen-Indiantown (6.5 mi).
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