Caro, Michigan
Caro: city in and the county seat of Tuscola County, Michigan, United States
About
Caro is a city located in the county of Tuscola in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,259 and a population density of 586 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,993 inhabitants.
The city was created 155 years ago in 1870.
Quick Facts about Caro
| Population | 3,993 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Tuscola County |
| Postal code | 48723 |
| Phone Area Codes | 989 |
| Area | 7.27 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.4907,-83.3989 |
| Altitude | 725 feet / 221 meters |
| Capital city | Caro is capital of Tuscola County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1871 (155 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 20:59:34 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 549 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.66% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Caro is located at 43°29'27"N 83°23'56"W (43.4907300, -83.3988500).
Caro map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 63. North northeast wind around 6 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Caro
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Caro decreased by 6.66% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,259 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,235 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,188 | -1.12% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,153 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,132 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,115 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,075 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,036 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,021 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,988 | -0.83% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,993 | 0.13% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Caro
1Caro City Hall
317 S State St, Caro, MI 48723 View details
Phone: +19896732226 | Website available
2USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Service Center
1075 Cleaver Rd, Caro, MI 48723, United States View details
Phone: +19896738173 | Website available
People born in Caro (6)
People born in Caro, including basketball player Josh Asselin, historian Bessie Louise Pierce, Air Force Medal of Honor recipient Maynard Harrison Smith, .
More notable people
- Allison Green (American politician) he was born in 28/10/1911
- Nehemiah Kish (American ballet dancer)
- Richard D. Allen (American politician) he was born in 07/03/1939
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Caro, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 168892 | Bayshire Academy of Beauty Craft Inc | Bay City (MI) | 48708-5614 |
Nearby Transit Stations (12)
Rail and bus stations connected to Caro, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCY | Bay City, MI | 1124 Washington Avenue | BUS |
| SGW | Saginaw, MI | 511 Johnson Street | BUS |
| LPE | Lapeer station | 73 Howard St. | RAIL |
| FLN | Flint station | 1407 South Dort Highway | RAIL |
| DRD | Durand Union Station | 200 South Railroad St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Caro.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Car Post Office | Caro (MI) | 48723 |
Other cities in Tuscola County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tuscola County , MI. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Vassar | 3,909 | City in Michigan, USA |
| Cass City | 2,273 | City in Tuscola County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Tuscola | 1,942 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Dayton | 1,755 | Township of Tuscola County, Michigan, USA |
| Juniata | 1,480 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Reese | 1,366 | Human settlement in Michigan, United States of America |
| Ellington | 1,261 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Millington | 1,009 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Mayville | 884 | Village in Michigan, United States |
| Wilmot | 799 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Fostoria | 694 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Gilford | 690 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Wisner | 646 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Fairgrove | 528 | Township in Tuscola County, Michigan |
| Unionville | 471 | Village in the United States |
| Kingston | 407 | Village in Michigan, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Caro distances to largest Michigan cities