Destination Michigan
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Michigan, the state's economy, tax structure and cost of living, education,
transportation, climate, recreational opportunities, history and more.
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The Great Lakes State, the Wolverine State, home of Motown music and the automobile industry, a land of vast lakes, rich farmland, and industrialization; this is Michigan, unique among in the Midwestern United States and a study in contrasts.
Industry Snapshot
Michigan is becoming a national leader in biotechnology and life science industries. The state has been ranked second in the United States for overall research and development expenditures.
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Economy/Cost of Living
With over 10 million people, Michigan ranks 8th in population among the United States. Its 96,810 square miles make the Wolverine State the 11th largest of the states in geographic size, and it is the largest state east of the Mississippi River.
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Education
Michigan provides a wealth of higher education institutions. The Great Lakes state boasts 15 four-year universities, over 50 independent colleges, universities and institutes, and 29 two-year community colleges.
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Recreation & Entertainment
Michigan contains a broad range of attractions and pursuits within its borders, whether urban, cultural, or outdoors. With over 11,000 lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers, over 150 waterfalls, 16 federally designated Wild and Scenic Rivers, and 3,177 miles of Great Lakes shoreline, Michigan’s outdoor recreation industry flourishes.
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Transportation
Michigan’s Midwestern location and proximity to the Great Lakes make it easily accessible by many modes of transportation.
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Geography & Climate
Michigan is located in the Midwestern region of the United States and ranks as the 11th largest state.
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History
Michigan gets its name from a Chippewa Indian word, "meicigama", which means "great water", based on the Great Lakes.
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Suggested Reading List
A list of select guides and reference books about Michigan.
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