The Wayne County Map provides a detailed overview of one of Michigan’s most important counties, highlighting major cities, towns, highways, rivers, and transportation networks. The map clearly identifies Detroit, the county seat, along with communities such as Dearborn, Livonia, Westland, Taylor, Romulus, and Wyandotte. Interstate highways including I-75, I-94, I-96, and I-275 are prominently displayed for easy reference.
This map also shows Wayne County’s geographic relationship with neighboring counties, Lake Erie, and the Canadian border. Key landmarks such as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, state parks, and major roadways are marked to assist travelers, researchers, students, and planners. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the county’s layout, connectivity, and regional significance within southeastern Michigan.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Wayne County |
| State | Michigan |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | August 15, 1796 |
| Incorporated | Organized as a county in 1815 |
| Population | Approximately 1.75 million (2020 Census) |
| County | Detroit |
| Area | 673 sq mi (1,743 km²) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| ZIP Codes | 48001–48288 (various ZIP codes within the county) |
| Area Code | 313, 734 |
| Known For | Detroit, automotive industry, Motown music, manufacturing, international border crossing |
| Major Airport | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) |
| Climate | Humid Continental Climate |
| Nickname | Home of Detroit; Motor City County |
| Major Highways | I-75, I-94, I-96, I-275, M-10, M-39, US-12, US-24 |
| Nearby Border | Oakland County, Macomb County, Washtenaw County, Monroe County, and Ontario (Canada) |
| Major Attractions | Detroit Riverwalk, Henry Ford Museum, Greenfield Village, Motown Museum, Belle Isle Park, Detroit Institute of Arts, Comerica Park, Ford Field |