Lansing, Michigan

Lansing is the capital city of the U.S. state of Michigan, located mostly in Ingham County; a small portion extends into adjacent Eaton County. As of the 2000 census, it has a population of 119,128.

Economy

• As the state capital, the city employs many in the area. Lansing is the seat of all three branches of state government: legislative, executive and judicial. Additionally, many of the departments of state are headquartered in Lansing.
• General Motors has offices in Lansing and several manufacturing plants immediately outside of the city.
• Lansing area is headquarters to three major, national insurance companies: Auto Owners Insurance Company, Jackson National Life, and the Accident Fund.
• Michigan State University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School, and Lansing Community College are significant employers in the region.