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Chelsea Michigan Map

Explore Chelsea, Michigan, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Chelsea, Michigan

How to Use This Chelsea, Michigan Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Chelsea, Michigan. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Michigan or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Chelsea.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Chelsea
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Washtenaw County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Detroit)

Latitude	42.318092
Longitude	-84.020503
Population	5,467
Density	583.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	48118
Area Code	313
County Seat	Ann Arbor
School District	Chelsea School District

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About Chelsea, Michigan

Chelsea is a locality in Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,467. The population density is 583.7 people per km². Chelsea is located at 42.3181°N, 84.0205°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. Chelsea is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 48118.

Chelsea occupies a broad expanse of midwestern terrain where the gentle, rhythmic flow of Letts Creek defines the local hydrology. It lies 10.2 miles west-northwest of Scio Township, MI (from Scio Township, MI: bearing 282°T), and is situated 6.6 miles east-southeast of Waterloo. The landscape surrounding Chelsea consists of vast, fertile fields and subtle elevations that rise toward the modest prominence of Riley Hill. Residents often look toward the horizon where the land shifts into deep, verdant patterns of agriculture and woodland. While the nearest water sits three miles away at Clarks Lake, the local atmosphere remains defined by the crisp, inland air that settles over the plains at sunset. Local children frequently gather at Timbertown to play, grounding the community in a space that feels deeply connected to the shifting seasons of the interior.

Chelsea emerged as a hub of manufacturing and agricultural trade, building a legacy upon the sturdy foundations of the nineteenth-century rail lines. The local economy transitioned from agrarian roots into a robust industrial sector, famously housing the long-standing production of Jiffy baking mixes. This steady manufacturing base anchors the daily life of the workforce, ensuring that the town remains a productive engine within the regional corridor. Long-time residents often speak of the transition from steam power to modern assembly, a history reflected in the preserved brick facades of the central district. The collective labor of the populace continues to drive the economic vitality of Chelsea, balancing heavy industry with a commitment to maintaining its original architectural integrity.

Cultural life in Chelsea centers around the Purple Rose Theatre Company, founded by the actor Jeff Daniels, which brings a distinct artistic sensibility to the rural landscape. The town hosts seasonal festivals that draw visitors to its historic downtown, fostering a sense of continuity and shared purpose among neighbors. Notable landmarks include the clock tower and the restored train depot, both of which serve as visual markers of the community’s endurance. Life moves at a deliberate pace here, where the sound of the wind through the trees often carries more weight than the bustle of the nearby highway. The people of Chelsea maintain a quiet, focused pride in their local institutions, ensuring that the character of the place remains distinct and unwavering.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Veteran's Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 360° N
Chelsea Community Fairgrounds (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 195° S
Pierce Lake Golf Course and Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 177° S
Waterloo Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 1.4 mi, 330° NW
Pinckney Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 1.5 mi, 347° N
Chelsea State Game Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 062° NE
Chelsea Rod & Gun Club (Park) — 2.3 mi, 310° NW
West Lake Perserve (Local Conservation Area) — 2.4 mi, 019° N
Natural Area Little Cedar Lake (State Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 265° W
Baker Woods Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 2.7 mi, 090° E
Full Spectrum (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 305° NW
Log Over (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 317° NW
Pond Overlook (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 315° NW
Pine Stand Alley (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 320° NW
Dedicated to the Women Leaders of Michigan (Public Artwork) — 4.2 mi, 324° NW
Reddeman Farms Golf Course (Park) — 4.9 mi, 120° SE
The Encore (Theatre) — 7.2 mi, 081° E
Delhi Bridge Commemorative Plaque (Monument) — 10.8 mi, 084° E
Marsh Overlook Tower (Viewpoint) — 13.2 mi, 061° NE
Grewal Park Northwest Entry Monument (Monument) — 13.7 mi, 112° E
Grewal Park Southwest Entry Monument (Monument) — 13.7 mi, 112° E
Painting with a Twist (Arts Centre) — 13.8 mi, 112° E
Argus Museum (Museum) — 13.9 mi, 102° E
WSG Gallery (Gallery) — 14.1 mi, 101° E
The Ark (Theatre) — 14.1 mi, 101° E
Roeda Studio (Gallery) — 14.2 mi, 101° E
State Theatre (Cinema) — 14.6 mi, 100° E
University of Michigan Museum of Natural History (Museum) — 14.9 mi, 100° E
Whitepine Studios LLC (Arts Centre) — 16.1 mi, 131° SE
Hayes State Park (State Park) — 17.7 mi, 199° S

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