Carrollton Michigan Map

About Carrollton, Michigan

Carrollton is a locality in Saginaw County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,600. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Carrollton is located at 43.4586°N, 83.9303°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 48724.

Carrollton unfolds across a landscape shaped by the gentle sweep of the Saginaw River's influence, its terrain a subtle tapestry of fertile fields and scattered woodlands. It lies 2.9 miles north-north-east of Saginaw, MI (from Saginaw, MI: bearing 21°T), and is situated 9.6 miles south-south-west of Bay City. The air here often carries the scent of damp earth and the distant hum of agricultural machinery, a constant reminder of the land's enduring bounty. Houses, many with porches that welcome the afternoon sun, line streets that feel both lived-in and well-tended, reflecting a quiet pride in the place. Evenings can bring a peculiar, soft light that seems to bleed from the western sky, bathing the open spaces in hues of rose and lavender before yielding to the deep indigo of night. This corner of Saginaw County, where Carrollton resides, has a history deeply entwined with the agricultural heart of Michigan. For generations, the rich soil has sustained farming, a legacy reflected in the broad expanses of corn and soybean that stretch to the horizon. The river itself, a vital artery for transport and life, has shaped the settlement patterns and economic fortunes of the area, though its grander industrial past has largely receded, leaving behind a more pastoral character. While no grand monuments mark its presence, the enduring spirit of community is palpable, a steady rhythm of life that continues to define Carrollton.

About This Carrollton Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Carrollton, Michigan with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Carrollton and Saginaw County.

Detailed location data for Carrollton includes the ZIP code (48724), telephone area code (586), county seat of Saginaw County (Saginaw), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Carrollton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.