Kalamazoo County Map, Michigan
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Kalamazoo County, Michigan
In the southwest corner of Michigan lies Kalamazoo County, a place with more character than its quirky name suggests. Home to about 265,000 people, it blends urban with rural beauty.
Kalamazoo is the county seat. It’s a college town that punches above its weight in arts and culture. Small towns like Portage and Vicksburg offer their own unique flavors.
The area boasts an impressive beer scene, with microbreweries galore. There are numerous parks and lakes. Agriculture still plays a big role here.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Kalamazoo County |
| County Seat | Kalamazoo |
| Population | Approximately 265,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Kalamazoo, Portage, Vicksburg, Schoolcraft, Parchment, Richland, Galesburg, Augusta |
| Interstates and Highways | I-94, US 131, M-43, M-96, M-89 |
| FIPS Code | 26-077 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 580 square miles (Land: 562 sq mi, Water: 18 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Barry County (Northeast), Allegan County (Northwest), Calhoun County (East), Van Buren County (West), Branch County (Southeast), St. Joseph County (South), Cass County (Southwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Michigan |
| Coordinates | 42.2917° N, 85.5872° W |
| Etymology | Named after Kalamazoo River, possibly from a Native American word meaning “boiling water” |
| Major Landmarks | Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum, Kalamazoo Nature Center |
| Website | Kalamazoo County Website |
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