what county is royal oak, mi
Royal Oak is a city in Oakland County of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is a suburb of Detroit. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 57,236. It should not be confused with Royal Oak Charter Township, a separate community located nearby. It is the 5th-largest city in Oakland County and the 18th-largest city in Michigan. The area is known for its shopping, dining, and many cultural activities. Royal Oak was incorporated as a village in 1891, and as a city in 1921.