Oakland County, county in Michigan, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 1,253,459 inhabitants. The county was created 204 years ago in 1820. Its county seat is Pontiac.
There are 45 city/town in Oakland County, MI. The largest city of Oakland County is Farmington Hills with a population of 80,017. Other cities include, Waterford population 75,737, Rochester Hills population 74,111, Southfield population 72,174, Royal Oak population 58,963
As the largest county in Michigan, Oakland County contains a diverse mix of cities, ranging from massive metropolitan areas to quaint small towns. At the heart of the county sits Detroit's neighboring city, Troy, which is a prominent business hub with a strong economy. Just north of Troy is the luxurious suburb of Birmingham, known for its upscale shops and restaurants.
For those seeking natural beauty, Lake Orion and Oxford located in northern Oakland County offer small-town charm and activities on the lakes. In southern Oakland County, Royal Oak and Ferndale are popular for their thriving music and arts communities.
The historic town of Rochester showcases Victorian architecture and seasonal festivals in its walkable downtown. Fast-growing Novi has evolved into a sought-after suburb with diverse housing, recreation, and shopping opportunities.
With its concentration of people, businesses, and amenities, Oakland County contains a wide selection of communities to call home. Yet each city still retains its own local flavor and appeal to residents.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Oakland County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Auburn Hills | City in Oakland County, Michigan | 24,880 |
Berkley | Suburb of Detroit in Oakland County, Michigan | 15,277 |
Beverly Hills | Town in Oakland County, Michigan, United States | 10,267 |
Bingham Farms | Village | 1,138 |
Birmingham | City in Michigan | 21,312 |
Bloomfield | Township in Oakland County, Michigan, USA | 552 |
Bloomfield Hills | City in Michigan | 3,988 |
Clawson | City in Oakland County in the U. | 11,731 |
Clyde | Township in Allegan County, Michigan | 5,435 |
Farmington | City in Michigan, United States | 10,395 |
Farmington Hills | The second most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan. | 80,017 |
Ferndale | Town in Humboldt County, California, United States | 20,198 |
Franklin | City in Michigan, USA | 3,221 |
Hazel Park | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States | 16,209 |
Highland | Township in Oakland County, Michigan | 1,250 |
Holly | Village in north Oakland County in the U. | 5,603 |
Huntington Woods | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America | 6,203 |
Keego Harbor | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America | 3,354 |
Lake Angelus | City in Oakland County, Michigan | 308 |
Lake Orion | Village in Michigan, United States | 3,191 |
Lathrup Village | City in Michigan | 4,051 |
Leonard | Settlement in Michigan, United States | 416 |
Madison Heights | City in Oakland County, Michigan, USA | 29,633 |
Milford | Village in Michigan | 6,475 |
Newark | Township in Gratiot County, Michigan | 1,040 |
Novi | City in Michigan, USA | 150 |
Oak Park | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States | 29,752 |
Orchard Lake | Lake in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America | 2,245 |
Ortonville | Human settlement in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America | 1,430 |
Oxford | Town in Michigan, United States | 3,541 |
Pleasant Ridge | City in Michigan, USA | 2,403 |
Pontiac | The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan. | 58,911 |
Rochester | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States | 13,201 |
Rochester Hills | A city in Oakland County, Michigan. | 74,111 |
Royal Oak | The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan. | 58,963 |
South Lyon | City in southwestern Oakland County in the U. | 11,846 |
Southfield | A city in Oakland County, Michigan. | 72,174 |
Springfield | Township in Oakland County, Michigan | 1,612 |
Sylvan Lake | Human settlement in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America | 1,840 |
Thomas | Township in Monroe County, Michigan | 11,419 |
Walled Lake | City in Oakland County, Michigan, USA | 7,080 |
Waterford | Charter township in Oakland county, Michigan | 75,737 |
Wixom | City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America | 14,086 |
Wolverine Lake | Community in Michigan, United States | 4,745 |
Yates | Charter township and census-designated place in Michigan | 786 |