The City of East Lansing, proud home of Michigan State University, is located less than five miles directly east of the Michigan State Capitol in Ingham County. More than 46,000 people, both students and year-round residents, reside in East Lansing on an annual basis. In addition to the perks that come with living in a college town, residents also enjoy an excellent public school system, a lively downtown, numerous outdoor and indoor recreational opportunities, unparalleled governmental services and more.