Recognized as an urban oasis of recreational opportunities, Ann Arbor offers both big city attractions and natural areas with scenic trails to explore. At any time of the year, there are local events and festivals to enjoy. Urban explorers can kick back and relax at an independent bookstore nestled downtown, or discover the hidden fairy doors sprinkled throughout the city. Whether you want to take a stroll along the Huron River or join the raging crowd on Saturday afternoon at The Big House, Ann Arbor has you covered.

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For outdoor enthusiasts, the Ann Arbor area is a truly thrilling experience. From kayaking, canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding on the Huron River in the summer to cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating in the cooler months, there’s plenty to do. Near the charming city of Chelsea, just west of Ann Arbor, some of the best mountain biking trails in the state wind through expansive state parks and recreation areas. In neighboring Ypsilanti, hiking trails and golf courses overlooking Ford Lake offer a one-of-a-kind recreational experience.

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Location

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Ann Arbor is belted by three freeways: I-94, which runs along the southern and western portion of the city; U.S. Highway 23 (US 23), which primarily runs along the eastern edge of Ann Arbor; and M-14, which runs along the northern edge of the city. Other nearby highways include US 12 (Michigan Ave.), M-17 (Washtenaw Ave.), and M-153 (Ford Rd.). Several of the major surface arteries lead to the I-94/M-14 interchange in the west, US 23 in the east, and the city's southern areas. The city also has a system of bike routes and paths and includes the nearly complete Washtenaw County Border-to-Border Trail. To the north of Ann Arbor is Whitmore Lake, Brighton, Howell and Hartland.

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Demographics 

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Ann Arbor is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Washtenaw County. The 2010 census recorded its population to be 113,934, making it the sixth largest city in Michigan. Ann Arbor is home to the University of Michigan. The university significantly shapes Ann Arbor's economy as it employs about 30,000 workers, including about 12,000 in the medical center. The city's economy is also centered on high technology, with several companies drawn to the area by the university's research and development infrastructure.

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As of the 2010 U.S. Census, there were 113,934 people, 20,502 families, and 47,060 households residing in Ann Arbor. The population density was 4,093.9 people per square mile, making it less densely populated than Detroit proper and its inner-ring suburbs like Oak Park and Ferndale, but more densely populated than outer-ring suburbs like Livonia and Troy. According to the 2012–2016 American Community Survey estimates, the median household income was $57,697, and the median family income was $95,528.

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Sources: Wikipedia & Visitannarbor.org