Located in Oakland County, Michigan, the city of Troy is the 2nd largest city in Michigan, second only to Detroit. The community's founders, who arrived in the 1840s, named it for their native city of Troy, New York.

With a strong and balanced economic base, Troy is located in one of the five most prosperous counties in the nation. The city is a thriving center of business, particularly in the automotive and financial segments, and is headquarters to a number of major companies such as Kmart, Delphi Corp., Standard Federal Bank, Dupont Automotive, and Behr.

Besides business, Troy promotes a healthy and active community. The city was named Michigan's Sportstown by Sports Illustrated magazine, for having the top community sports programs in the state. The city houses two top golf courses in Sylvan Glen and Sanctuary Lake.

Troy is also home to many cultural attractions such as Troy Museum & Historic Village, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, and Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center.

Troy boasts a vibrant community, rich in cultural diversity, and a strong sense of civic pride. Many people continue to make their way to Troy drawn by its close proximity to Detroit, economic vitality, and community wellness.