Rockwood Michigan Map

About Rockwood, Michigan

Rockwood is a locality in Wayne County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,161. The population density is 488.3 people per km². Rockwood is located at 42.0709°N, 83.2466°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 48173.

Rockwood unfolds itself with a quiet dignity, a place where the land feels settled and the skies are broad, yet often softened by the breath of the nearby Detroit River. It lies 5.7 miles south of Brownstown, MI (from Brownstown, MI: bearing 170°T), and is situated 5.9 miles south-west of Trenton. Gentle undulations, a legacy of ancient glacial activity, characterize the terrain, giving way to fertile soil that has long been the bedrock of its existence. Mature trees, their branches reaching like patient arms, create pockets of dappled shade along the residential streets, hinting at a history that predates paved roads and bustling commerce. The air here, particularly in the languid afternoons of late spring, carries a faint, sweet scent of blooming wildflowers and freshly turned earth, a perfume of the countryside that has seeped into the very character of Rockwood. The story of Rockwood is a narrative of agricultural roots and industrial evolution, a testament to the enduring spirit of those who have called this place home. Once a landscape dominated by farms, its proximity to burgeoning industrial centers meant a gradual shift, though the echoes of its agrarian past remain in the open fields that still punctuate the area. The local economy, while diversified, still draws strength from the land, with a persistent agricultural presence alongside light industry and the steady hum of commerce that serves the surrounding communities. A notable feature is the presence of the Huron River, its waters flowing with a quiet power, a lifeline that has shaped the settlement’s development and offers a tranquil counterpoint to the everyday rhythm of life in Rockwood.

About This Rockwood Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Rockwood, 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 Rockwood and Wayne County.

Detailed location data for Rockwood includes the ZIP code (48173), telephone area code (313), county seat of Wayne County (Detroit), and school district assignment (Gibraltar 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 Rockwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.