Milford Michigan Map

About Milford, Michigan

Milford is a locality in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,487. The population density is 1018.5 people per km². Milford is located at 42.5936°N, 83.5994°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 48381.

Milford lies where the Huron River, a ribbon of cool, clear water, winds through rolling terrain, its banks often softened by stands of oak and maple. It lies 6.3 miles west-north-west of Commerce Township, MI (from Commerce Township, MI: bearing 285°T), and is situated 9.6 miles north-north-east of South Lyon. The landscape here offers a gentle rise and fall, not dramatic peaks, but a pleasing undulation that invites exploration on foot or by bicycle along its many trails. In the spring, the air carries a damp, loamy scent, a promise of green things unfurling, and in the autumn, the woods ignite in a riot of ochre and crimson, a fleeting, vibrant spectacle. The character of Milford is one of quiet resilience, a place where life moves with a steady, unhurried grace, punctuated by the distant laughter of children or the murmur of conversation drifting from a porch. This is a place where history has settled like silt from the river, shaping the economy and identity of Milford. Originally a hub for milling and agriculture, the town has found new life in its proximity to larger urban centers, attracting professionals and families who appreciate its blend of natural beauty and accessible amenities. The old grist mills are long gone, replaced by the hum of small businesses and the steady presence of the local school district, a cornerstone of community life. Milford retains a distinct charm, a testament to its enduring spirit, evident in the well-preserved architecture of its downtown and the palpable sense of neighborliness that pervades its streets, a quiet continuation of generations past.

About This Milford Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Milford, Michigan — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.593643, -83.599386. 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 Milford and Oakland County.

Detailed location data for Milford includes the ZIP code (48381), telephone area code (313), county seat of Oakland County (Pontiac), and school district assignment (Huron Valley 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 Milford is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.