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Chelsea, MI

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Population
5,424
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
938 ft
Median Home Value
$312,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,619/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$72,098
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MichiganPopulation rankingHighest population places in MichiganNearest larger communityAnn Arbor, Michigan15 miles away · 122,233 residents.

About Chelsea

Chelsea is a city in Washtenaw County, Michigan, situated fifteen miles west of Ann Arbor. Established in 1820 and famous as the home of the Chelsea Milling Company, makers of Jiffy Mix, the community of approximately 5,426 features the historic Chelsea Commercial Historic District. Public education for local students is served by the Chelsea School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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