Waterford Michigan Map

About Waterford, Michigan

Waterford is a locality in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 74,000. The population density is 1200.0 people per km². Waterford is located at 42.7023°N, 83.4027°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 48327.

Waterford, a place of rolling terrain and scattered woodlands, unfolds with a quiet grace under the vast Michigan sky. It lies 2.5 miles south-south-west of Independence, MI (from Independence, MI: bearing 208°T), and is situated 3.0 miles north-north-west of Waterford Township. Its landscape is a mosaic of residential neighborhoods, punctuated by the glimmer of numerous lakes that dot the horizon, each reflecting the shifting moods of the heavens. The air here often carries the scent of pine and damp earth, a testament to the enduring presence of nature amidst the encroaching signs of human habitation. Streets curve organically, following the contours of the land, and the gentle rise and fall of the terrain shapes the very rhythm of the day, from the morning commute to the hushed descent of twilight. The history of Waterford is a story of settlement and adaptation, a journey from the rugged frontier to a modern suburban hub. Once a region shaped by agriculture, its economy has evolved, embracing retail, services, and light industry, yet the echoes of its past remain. Waterford's identity is inextricably linked to its abundance of water; its numerous lakes, like Maceday and Cass, have long been centers of recreation and community life, drawing families and visitors alike. The legacy of its founding fathers, who envisioned a place of both industry and natural beauty, can still be felt in the careful development that balances growth with the preservation of its distinctive watery charm.

About This Waterford Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Waterford, 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 Waterford and Oakland County.

Detailed location data for Waterford includes the ZIP code (48329), telephone area code (313), county seat of Oakland County (Pontiac), and school district assignment. 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 Waterford is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.