ZIP Code 48450, Michigan
ZIP Code 48450 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48450 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Sanilac County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,320. The land area covers 21.86 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,320 | ±346 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 63.2 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,412 | ±226 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,181 | ±243 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,412 | ±226 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,769 | ±182 |
| Median Home Value | $198,100 | ±$21,640 |
| Median Gross Rent | $847 | ±$103 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,962 | ±$4,861 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,042 | ±$3,125 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.6% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 672 | ±232 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,545 | ±213 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.1% | ±3.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 40,293 (2024)
ID: 106304
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HR DIRECTOR
60 W SANILAC RD, RM 102, SANDUSKY MI 48471-1095
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | KENOCKEE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CARSONVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | CARSONVILLE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CARSONVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CROSWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | CROSWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FORT GRATIOT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CROSWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FORT GRATIOT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | LEXINGTON, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ross Medical Education Center-Port Huron
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College Vocational | 16.3 mi away | 2887 Krafft Road, Suite 700, Port Huron, MI, 48060-1530 |
8109820454
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MOORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 7239 HURON AVENUE, LEXINGTON, MI, 48450 |
(810) 359-8267
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Paul Mitchell the School-Great Lakes
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College Vocational | 19.3 mi away | 2950 Lapeer Road, Port Huron, MI, 48060 |
8109878118
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AITKIN MEMORIAL DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 111 NORTH HOWARD AVENUE, CROSWELL, MI, 48422 |
(810) 679-3627
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St Clair County Community College
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College | 19.7 mi away | 323 Erie Street, Port Huron, MI, 48061-5015 |
8109843881
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BURTCHVILLE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 7093 SECOND STREET, LAKEPORT, MI, 48059 |
(810) 385-8550
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Lakewood School of Therapeutic Massage
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College Vocational | 20.2 mi away | 1102 6th St, Port Huron, MI, 48060 |
8109873959
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SANILAC DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 7130 MAIN STREET, PORT SANILAC, MI, 48469 |
(810) 622-8623
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ELK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 29 EAST LAPEER STREET, PECK, MI, 48466 |
(810) 378-5409
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YALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 2 JONES STREET, YALE, MI, 48097 |
(810) 387-2940
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LEXINGTON WTP, MI US, located 0.8 miles from ZCTA5 48450. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.9° | 16.1° | 23.0° | 2.58" | — |
| February | 32.0° | 16.2° | 24.1° | 2.00" | — |
| March | 40.1° | 23.9° | 32.0° | 2.05" | — |
| April | 51.6° | 33.7° | 42.6° | 3.37" | — |
| May | 63.0° | 44.7° | 53.8° | 3.93" | — |
| June | 72.9° | 54.8° | 63.9° | 3.70" | — |
| July | 78.3° | 60.0° | 69.2° | 3.20" | — |
| August | 77.6° | 59.5° | 68.6° | 3.10" | — |
| September | 71.9° | 52.7° | 62.3° | 3.30" | — |
| October | 59.1° | 42.0° | 50.6° | 3.33" | — |
| November | 46.5° | 32.0° | 39.2° | 2.51" | — |
| December | 35.2° | 23.2° | 29.2° | 2.28" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington village | Village | 1.1 mi | — |
| Croswell city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Applegate village | Village | 8.9 mi | — |
| Lakeport CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
| Port Sanilac village | Village | 12.1 mi | — |
| Carsonville village | Village | 13.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48450. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.