ZIP Code 48609, Michigan
ZIP Code 48609 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48609 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Saginaw County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,966. The land area covers 44.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,966 | ±429 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,262 | ±224 | 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 | 5,527 | ±246 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,262 | ±224 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 265 | ±154 |
| Median Home Value | $170,800 | ±$9,826 |
| Median Gross Rent | $929 | ±$80 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,218 | ±$7,816 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,902 | ±$2,916 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,336 | ±408 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.1% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,154 | ±387 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89% | ±3.1% |
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: 187,714 (2024)
ID: 166610
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
111 S MICHIGAN AVE, SAGINAW MI 48602-2086
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | SAGINAW, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SAGINAW, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | AUBURN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BAY CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AUBURN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | CHESANING, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BIRCH RUN, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BIRCH RUN, 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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Dorsey College-Saginaw
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College Vocational | 7.9 mi away | 4390 Bay Rd, Saginaw, MI, 48603 |
9892491926
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THOMAS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 8207 SHIELDS DRIVE, SAGINAW, MI, 48609 |
(989) 781-3770
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Ross Medical Education Center-Saginaw
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College Vocational | 8.0 mi away | 4300 Fashion Square Blvd, Suite 202, Saginaw, MI, 48603-5227 |
9897939800
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RUDOLPH C. ZAUEL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 3100 NORTH CENTER ROAD, SAGINAW, MI, 48603 |
(989) 799-2771
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Saginaw Valley State University
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College | 10.3 mi away | 7400 Bay Rd, University Center, MI, 48710 |
9899644000
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BUTMAN-FISH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 1716 HANCOCK STREET, SAGINAW, MI, 48602 |
(989) 799-9160
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Delta College
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College | 12.7 mi away | 1961 Delta Road, University Center, MI, 48710 |
9896869000
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SAINT CHARLES DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 132 SOUTH SAGINAW STREET, SAINT CHARLES, MI, 48655 |
(989) 865-9451
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Bayshire Academy of Beauty Craft Inc
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College Vocational | 17.5 mi away | 917 Saginaw St, Bay City, MI, 48708-5614 |
9898944923
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RUTH BRADY WICKES LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 1713 HESS AVENUE, SAGINAW, MI, 48601 |
(989) 752-3821
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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 SAGINAW #3, MI US, located 6.6 miles from ZCTA5 48609. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.0° | 15.9° | 22.9° | 2.25" | 11.4" |
| February | 32.7° | 16.8° | 24.8° | 1.94" | 9.1" |
| March | 43.1° | 25.0° | 34.1° | 2.00" | 5.0" |
| April | 56.4° | 35.3° | 45.9° | 3.61" | 1.3" |
| May | 69.1° | 47.4° | 58.3° | 3.59" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 57.5° | 68.2° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.0° | 61.6° | 72.3° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.6° | 60.4° | 71.0° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.3° | 52.0° | 63.2° | 2.68" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.7° | 41.2° | 50.9° | 2.93" | 0.2" |
| November | 46.3° | 31.2° | 38.7° | 2.62" | 2.3" |
| December | 35.1° | 22.9° | 29.0° | 2.03" | 11.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shields CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Saginaw city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| St. Charles village | Village | 7.6 mi | — |
| Hemlock CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
| Freeland CDP | CDP | 9.0 mi | — |
| Buena Vista CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48609. • 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.