Ludington, Michigan
Ludington: city in Mason County, Michigan, United States
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Ludington is a city located in the county of Mason in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,076 and a population density of 842 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,096 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Ludington
| Population | 8,096 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Mason County |
| Postal code | 49431 |
| Phone Area Codes | 231 |
| Area | 9.59 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.9553,-86.4526 |
| Named for | James Ludington |
| Altitude | 591 feet / 180 meters |
| Capital city | Ludington is capital of Mason County |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 00:10:06 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 844 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.25% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Ludington is located at 43°57'19"N 86°27'9"W (43.9552800, -86.4525800).
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Official website of Ludington
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Ludington increased by 0.25% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,076 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,038 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,037 | -0.01% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,029 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,033 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,018 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,016 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,035 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,126 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,108 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,096 | -0.15% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Ludington
1Stearns Park
420 N Lakeshore Dr, Ludington, MI 49431, United States View details
Phone: +12318456237 | Website available
2S.S. Badger Lake Michigan Carferry Service
701 Maritime Dr, Ludington, MI 49431, United States View details
Phone: +18008414243 | Website available
3Ludington State Park Beach
8800 M-116, Ludington, MI 49431, United States View details
Phone: +12318432423 | Website available
4Waterfront Park
391 S William St, Ludington, MI 49431, United States View details
Phone: +12318456237 | Website available
5Big Sable Point Lighthouse
5611 N Lighthouse, Ludington, MI 49431, United States View details
Phone: +12318457417 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Ludington
1Ludington City Hall
400 S Harrison St, Ludington, MI 49431 View details
Phone: +12318456237 | Website available
People born in Ludington (11)
People born in Ludington, including US tennis player Murphy Jensen, politician William A. Ekwall, baseball player Davey Claire, .
More notable people
- George Cartier (American football player (1869-1944)) he was born in 26/05/1869
- Matt Hughes (American rower) he was born in 02/10/1981
- Mike Hankwitz (American football player and coach) he was born in 14/12/1947
- Ryan Spencer Reed (American photographer) he was born in 01/01/1979
- William R. Charette (United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 29/03/1932
- Charles F. Conrad (American businessman) he was born in 08/07/1917
- Ike Kelley (American football player) he was born in 14/07/1944
- Laurie Beebe Lewis (American singer) she was born in 05/11/1954
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Ludington, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172671 | West Shore Community College | Scottville (MI) | 49454-0277 |
Nearby Transit Stations (10)
Rail and bus stations connected to Ludington, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| REE | Reed City, Michigan | US 10 & 220th Ave. | BUS |
| BGP | Big Rapids, Michigan | 14342 Northland Dr. | BUS |
| CLC | Cadillac, Michigan | 1202 North Mitchell St. | BUS |
| MTO | Manton, Michigan | Junction U.S. 131 & M-42 | BUS |
| HWC | Howard City, Michigan | 130 North Ensley St. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Ludington.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Ludington Post Office | Ludington (MI) | 49431 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Ludington, Wisconsin human settlement in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, United States of America with a population of 1,084 people.
Other cities in Mason County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Mason County , MI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Amber | 2,599 | Township in Mason County, Michigan |
| Scottville | 1,209 | City in Mason County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Custer | 284 | Human settlement in Mason County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Fountain | 198 | Village in Mason County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Free Soil | 144 | Human settlement in Mason County, Michigan, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Ludington distances to largest Michigan cities