Lathrup Village Michigan Map

About Lathrup Village, Michigan

Lathrup Village is a locality in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,059. The population density is 1037.7 people per km². Lathrup Village is located at 42.4964°N, 83.2227°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 48076.

Lathrup Village unfolds as a quiet chapter in Oakland County, its landscape a gentle, unassuming tapestry of mature trees and well-tended lawns. It lies 1.6 miles north of Southfield, MI (from Southfield, MI: bearing 358°T), and is situated 8.4 miles south-south-west of Troy. The terrain here, though not dramatic, possesses a subtle character, a rolling quality that hints at the glacial past, now softened by decades of human habitation. Streets wind with a natural, unforced logic, lined by homes that often showcase a charming blend of mid-century architecture and more contemporary updates, reflecting the evolving tastes of its residents. During summer evenings, a specific quality of diffused light often settles over Lathrup Village, casting long, soft shadows that lend a peaceful, almost introspective atmosphere to the neighborhood. This particular corner of Michigan carries the echoes of a time when agriculture was king, though Lathrup Village itself largely blossomed as a residential suburb in the mid-20th century, drawing families seeking a tranquil escape from burgeoning urban centers. Its economic roots, while not tied to a singular industry like mining or manufacturing, are firmly planted in the surrounding commercial hubs and the skilled professions of its inhabitants, many of whom contribute to the broader automotive and technological sectors of Southeast Michigan. Notably, the village’s commitment to its green spaces and community parks speaks to a deliberate effort to preserve a sense of connection to nature, a quiet counterpoint to the surrounding development, allowing for moments of simple, unadorned beauty to persist.

About This Lathrup Village Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lathrup Village, Michigan — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.496424, -83.222707. 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 Lathrup Village and Oakland County.

Detailed location data for Lathrup Village includes the ZIP code (48076), telephone area code (313), county seat of Oakland County (Pontiac), and school district assignment (Southfield Public School District). 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 Lathrup Village is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.