Chelsea, Michigan

Chelsea, Michigan
City of Chelsea
Motto: 
Where you Belong
Location within Washtenaw County
Chelsea
Location within the state of Michigan
Chelsea
Location within the United States
Coordinates: 42°19′05″N 84°01′13″W / 42.31806°N 84.02028°W / 42.31806; -84.02028
CountryUnited States
StateMichigan
CountyWashtenaw
Incorporated1889 (village)
2004 (city)
Government
 • TypeCouncil–manager
 • MayorJane Pacheco
 • ClerkLynn Sebestyen
Area
 • Total
3.67 sq mi (9.50 km2)
 • Land3.62 sq mi (9.37 km2)
 • Water0.050 sq mi (0.13 km2)
Elevation
932 ft (284 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total
5,467
 • Density1,511.7/sq mi (583.68/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code(s)
48118
Area code734
FIPS code26-15020
GNIS feature ID0623143
Websitecity-chelsea.org

Chelsea is a city in Washtenaw County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 5,467 at the 2020 census. Located approximately 15 miles west of Ann Arbor, the city is recognized for its vibrant arts community, walkable historic downtown, and strong civic identity. Chelsea also serves as a regional hub for outdoor recreation, thanks to its proximity to state parks, trails, lakes and rivers, making it a favored destination for families, artists, and visitors throughout the year.