Pontiac, Michigan
Pontiac: The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.
About
Pontiac is a city located in the county of Oakland in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 59,515 and a population density of 1,133 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 58,911 inhabitants.
The city was created 208 years ago in 1817.
Quick Facts about Pontiac
| Population | 58,911 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Postal code | 48340–48343 |
| Phone Area Codes | 248 |
| Area | 52.54 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6389,-83.2911 |
| Named for | Pontiac |
| Altitude | 922 feet / 281 meters |
| Capital city | Pontiac is capital of Oakland County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1818 (208 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 17:48:44 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,121 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.03% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 69℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Pontiac is located at 42°38'20"N 83°17'28"W (42.6389200, -83.2910500).
Pontiac map
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Official website of Pontiac
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Pontiac decreased by 1.03% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59,515 | - | census |
| 2011 | 59,913 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 60,299 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 60,448 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 60,466 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 60,260 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 60,224 | -0.06% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 60,123 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 59,741 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 59,438 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 58,911 | -0.89% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Pontiac
1Erebus Haunted Attraction
18 S Perry St, Pontiac, MI 48342, United States View details
Phone: +12483327884 | Website available
2Beaudette Park
786 Orchard Lake Rd, Pontiac, MI 48341, United States View details
3Murphy Park
Martin Luther King Jr Blvd S & Osmun St, Pontiac, MI 48341, United States View details
Phone: +12487583600 | Website available
4Rotary Park
Wesson St, Pontiac, MI 48341, United States View details
Phone: +12487583633
5Oakland County Pioneer Historical Society
405 Cesar E Chavez Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342, United States View details
Phone: +12483386732 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Pontiac
1City of Pontiac
47450 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342 View details
Phone: +12487583000 | Website available
2Pontiac City Council
47450 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342 View details
Phone: +12487583210 | Website available
3Pontiac City Hall Information
Pontiac, MI 48341 View details
Phone: +12488577602
People born in Pontiac (130)
People born in Pontiac, including actress Laura Innes, jazz drummer Elvin Jones, composer and jazz pianist Geri Allen, .
More notable people
- Pete Dexter (American novelist, screenwriter, newspaper columnist) he was born in 22/07/1943
- Thad Jones (American jazz trumpeter) he was born in 28/03/1923
- Walker Russell, Jr. (American basketball player) he was born in 06/10/1982
- Brent W. Jett (American astronaut) he was born in 05/10/1958
- Mike Henry (American voice actor and comedian) he was born in 07/11/1965
- Charles Arnette Towne (American politician (1858-1928)) he was born in 21/11/1858
- Danton Cole (American ice hockey player) he was born in 10/01/1967
- Dave Bennett (American clarinetist) he was born in 18/05/1984
- Kirk Gibson (Major League Baseball manager and former player) he was born in 28/05/1957
- Ellsworth Raymond Bathrick (American politician (1863-1917)) he was born in 06/01/1863
- Earl Alfred Boyea, Jr. (Catholic bishop) he was born in 10/04/1951
- Pinklon Thomas (American boxer) he was born in 10/02/1958
- Gary Peters (United States Senator from Michigan) he was born in 01/12/1958
- Albert J. Campbell (American politician (1857-1907)) he was born in 12/12/1857
- Micki King (American diver) she was born in 26/07/1944
- Al Miller (American racing driver) he was born in 28/04/1907
- Sven Birkerts (American academic and writer) he was born in 21/09/1951
- Thomas D. Williams (American priest and author) he was born in 02/10/1962
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Pontiac, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 458380 | Dorsey School of Business-Waterford Pontiac | Pontiac (MI) | 48341 |
| 171535 | Oakland Community College | Bloomfield Hills (MI) | 48304-2266 |
| 171571 | Oakland University | Rochester Hills (MI) | 48309-4401 |
| 169424 | Cranbrook Academy of Art | Bloomfield Hills (MI) | 48304 |
| 457642 | Marketti Academy of Cosmetology | Waterford (MI) | 48329 |
Nearby Transit Stations (18)
Rail and bus stations connected to Pontiac, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PNT | Pontiac Transportation Center | 51000 Woodward Avenue | RAIL |
| BMM | Birmingham, Michigan | 449 South Eton St. | RAIL |
| TRM | Troy Transit Center | 1201 Doyle Drive | RAIL |
| ROY | Royal Oak station | 202 South Sherman Ave. | RAIL |
| DET | Detroit | 11 West Baltimore Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Pontiac.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Pontia Post Office | Pontiac (MI) | 48343 |
| Bloomfield Townsh Post Office | Bloomfield Hills (MI) | 48302 |
| Bloomfield Hill Post Office | Bloomfield Hills (MI) | 48304 |
| Auburn Hill Post Office | Auburn Hills (MI) | 48326 |
| Keego Harbor Post Office | Keego Harbor (MI) | 48320 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Pontiac, Illinois city in Illinois, USA with a population of 11,176 people.
Other cities in Oakland County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Oakland County , MI. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington Hills | 80,017 | The second most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan. |
| Waterford | 75,737 | Charter township in Oakland county, Michigan |
| Rochester Hills | 74,111 | A city in Oakland County, Michigan. |
| Southfield | 72,174 | A city in Oakland County, Michigan. |
| Royal Oak | 58,963 | The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan. |
| Oak Park | 29,752 | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States |
| Madison Heights | 29,633 | City in Oakland County, Michigan, USA |
| Auburn Hills | 24,880 | City in Oakland County, Michigan |
| Birmingham | 21,312 | City in Michigan |
| Ferndale | 20,198 | Town in Humboldt County, California, United States |
| Hazel Park | 16,209 | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States |
| Berkley | 15,277 | Suburb of Detroit in Oakland County, Michigan |
| Wixom | 14,086 | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Rochester | 13,201 | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States |
| South Lyon | 11,846 | City in southwestern Oakland County in the U. |
| Clawson | 11,731 | City in Oakland County in the U. |
Distance to Other Cities
Pontiac distances to largest Michigan cities