Sylvan Lake, Michigan
Sylvan Lake: human settlement in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America
About
Sylvan Lake is a city located in the county of Oakland in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,720 and a population density of 807 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,840 inhabitants.
The city was created 202 years ago in 1823.
Quick Facts about Sylvan Lake
| Population | 1,840 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Postal code | 48320 |
| Phone Area Codes | 248 |
| Area | 2.13 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6114,-83.3286 |
| Altitude | 955 feet / 291 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1824 (202 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 22:57:18 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 863 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 6.52% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 66℉ Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Sylvan Lake is located at 42°36'41"N 83°19'43"W (42.6114200, -83.3285500).
Sylvan Lake map
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Weather
Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Sylvan Lake increased by 6.52% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,720 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,778 | 3.26% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,790 | 0.67% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,799 | 0.5% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,799 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,833 | 1.85% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,874 | 2.19% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,870 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,862 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,858 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,840 | -0.98% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sylvan Lake, 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 |
Nearby Transit Stations (18)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sylvan Lake, 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 Sylvan Lake.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Keego Harbor Post Office | Keego Harbor (MI) | 48320 |
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. |
| Pontiac | 58,911 | 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. |
Distance to Other Cities
Sylvan Lake distances to largest Michigan cities