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Wixom Michigan Map

Explore Wixom, Michigan, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Wixom, Michigan

How to Use This Wixom, Michigan Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Wixom, Michigan. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Michigan or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Wixom.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Wixom
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Oakland County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Detroit)

Latitude	42.524756
Longitude	-83.536327
Population	17,193
Density	726.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	48393
Area Code	313
County Seat	Pontiac
School District	Walled Lake Consolidated Schools

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About Wixom, Michigan

Wixom is a locality in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 17,193. The population density is 726.4 people per km². Wixom is located at 42.5248°N, 83.5363°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. Wixom is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 48393.

Wixom occupies a quiet expanse of land where the earth rises in soft, deliberate swells that catch the amber light of late afternoon. It lies 4.2 miles southwest of Commerce Township, MI (from Commerce Township, MI: bearing 223°T), and is situated 7.4 miles northeast of South Lyon. Norton Creek winds its way through the landscape, acting as a persistent silver thread that gathers the runoff of the fields and woods. The terrain remains distinctly inland, far removed from the reach of any salt air, grounding the observer in the steady, solid reality of the Midwest. Within the protected boundaries of Mack Park, the vegetation grows thick and undisturbed, providing a sanctuary for local wildlife that thrives in the quietude. Residents often look toward the horizon where Teeple Hill commands the view, a reminder of the tectonic patience that formed these plains.

Wixom grew from the industrious spirit of early settlers who recognized the potential in the fertile soil and the proximity to developing transit routes. The local economy evolved from its agrarian roots into a diverse center for manufacturing and logistics, drawing strength from the regional proximity to major automotive hubs. Factories and warehouses now stand where once only timber and brush occupied the ground, reflecting a pragmatic transition into the modern age. This focus on industry has provided a reliable backbone for the population, allowing for a steady pace of growth that mirrors the methodical nature of the work performed here. The architecture of the workspace often blends into the utilitarian efficiency of the surroundings, emphasizing a culture that values production and technical skill.

Cultural life in Wixom thrives in the shared spaces where neighbors gather to observe the changing seasons and participate in community-focused celebrations. Notable landmarks reflect the practical history of the locale, serving as touchstones for those who have spent generations building their lives on this soil. While the rhythm of daily existence is focused on industry and family, the area occasionally hosts events that bring a palpable energy to the local parks and public squares. The proximity to Walled Lake offers a nearby point of reflection for those seeking a moment of stillness away from the hum of machinery. Notable figures such as the musician Alice Cooper have maintained connections to the wider region, yet the spirit of the place remains anchored in the quiet, everyday diligence of its people.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Gunnar Mettala Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 060° NE
Wixom Habitat (Local Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 351° N
Lake Overlook (Viewpoint) — 1.0 mi, 344° N
Lyon Oaks Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 1.5 mi, 249° W
Detroit Finnish Co-op Campground (Private Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 024° NE
Hickory Hill Golf Club (Park) — 1.9 mi, 020° N
Lakeshore Park (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 128° SE
Bear Statue (Attraction) — 2.1 mi, 267° W
Chair (Attraction) — 2.1 mi, 267° W
Huron Valley Trail (State Recreation Area) — 2.1 mi, 274° W
Play Hill (Attraction) — 2.1 mi, 069° E
Willow Wildlife Areay Camp (Private Recreation) — 2.1 mi, 150° SE
Westbrooke Golf Course (Park) — 2.3 mi, 166° S
Proud Lake State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 2.3 mi, 012° N
Old House Stone Foundation (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 126° SE
Art Works Studio (Arts Centre) — 2.7 mi, 080° E
Bosco Fields (Local Recreation) — 3.2 mi, 165° S
Mephisto (Public Artwork) — 4.4 mi, 265° W
Veterans' Memorial (Monument) — 5.5 mi, 323° NW
LaFontaine Family Amphitheater (Theatre) — 5.6 mi, 323° NW
Maybury State Park (State Park) — 6.1 mi, 179° S
Baseline Monument (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 186° S
Coasting the Baseline Northville Obelisk (Monument) — 6.5 mi, 156° SE
Marquis Theatre (Theatre) — 7.0 mi, 157° SE
Soul Studio (Gallery) — 8.9 mi, 090° E
Farmington Civic Theater (Cinema) — 9.2 mi, 117° SE
Collin Campbell House Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 9.5 mi, 062° NE
Phoenix Theatres at Laurel Park Place (Cinema) — 9.8 mi, 142° SE
Plymouth Historical Museum (Museum) — 11.1 mi, 161° S
Artwall Install (Gallery) — 11.2 mi, 060° NE

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