Cutlerville Michigan Map

About Cutlerville, Michigan

Cutlerville is a locality in Kent County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 18,780. The population density is 1310.4 people per km². Cutlerville is located at 42.8409°N, 85.6636°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 49548.

Cutlerville unfolds across a landscape of gentle slopes and fertile soil, a place where the broad, open sky often feels like a palpable presence. It lies 2.2 miles south-south-west of Kentwood, MI (from Kentwood, MI: bearing 206°T), and is situated 8.5 miles south of Grand Rapids. The terrain, a subtle topography shaped by ancient glacial activity, supports a mosaic of residential neighborhoods, scattered agricultural fields that still hold their own against encroaching development, and pockets of mature woodlands that whisper with the rustle of wind through oak and maple. The air here, especially in the early morning when mist still clings to the low-lying areas, carries a clean, earthy scent, a promise of the day’s unfolding. Even in the heart of summer, a certain softness pervades the light, lending a golden hue to the well-tended lawns and the corrugated metal roofs of barns that dot the periphery of the developed areas. The history of Cutlerville is intricately tied to its agricultural roots, with early settlers drawn to the rich earth that yielded bountiful crops of corn, beans, and other staples. This agrarian heritage continues to inform the local economy, though it has diversified significantly over the decades. While farms still operate, the area has become a vibrant hub for small businesses and light industry, with a focus on manufacturing and services that support the wider metropolitan region. Cutlerville itself has grown organically, absorbing smaller settlements and farmsteads, and its character reflects this evolution – a blend of established neighborhoods with tree-lined streets and newer developments that stretch towards the horizon. The presence of several prominent retail centers signifies its role as a convenient and accessible destination for shoppers and diners from surrounding communities, a testament to its enduring role as a practical and accessible part of the county.

About This Cutlerville Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Cutlerville, Michigan — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.840862, -85.663638. 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 Cutlerville and Kent County.

Detailed location data for Cutlerville includes the ZIP code (49548), telephone area code (616), county seat of Kent County (Grand Rapids), and school district assignment (Byron Center Public Schools). 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 Cutlerville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.