ZIP Code 48617, Michigan
ZIP Code 48617 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48617 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clare County / Isabella County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,403. The land area covers 137.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,403 | ±521 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,314 | ±240 | 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 | 4,037 | ±230 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,314 | ±240 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 723 | ±153 |
| Median Home Value | $160,100 | ±$10,721 |
| Median Gross Rent | $842 | ±$45 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,321 | ±$6,837 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,864 | ±$2,613 |
| Poverty Rate | 20% | ±6.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,859 | ±588 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,738 | ±360 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.4% | ±3.8% |
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: 31,405 (2024)
ID: 166583
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
225 W MAIN ST, HARRISON MI 48625-8336
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MOUNT PLEASANT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MOUNT PLEASANT, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BEAVERTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BEAVERTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CLARE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | CLARE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CLARE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CLARE, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | CLARE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | COLEMAN, 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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Mid Michigan College
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College | 8.5 mi away | 1375 S Clare Ave, Harrison, MI, 48625-9447 |
9893866622
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PERE MARQUETTE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 185 EAST FOURTH STREET, CLARE, MI, 48617 |
(989) 386-7576
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Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College
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College | 16.5 mi away | 5805 East Pickard Street, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858 |
9893174760
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SURREY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 105 EAST MICHIGAN STREET, FARWELL, MI, 48622 |
(989) 588-9782
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Protege Academy
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College Vocational | 16.7 mi away | 4884 E Pickard St, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 48858-2058 |
5173243388
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COLEMAN AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 111 FIRST STREET, COLEMAN, MI, 48618 |
(989) 465-6398
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M J Murphy Beauty College of Mount Pleasant
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College Vocational | 17.3 mi away | 201 W Broadway, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858 |
9897738629
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FAITH JOHNSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 4035 NORTH MISSION STREET, ROSEBUSH, MI, 48878 |
(989) 433-0006
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Central Michigan University
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College | 18.2 mi away | 106 Warriner Hall, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48859 |
9897744000
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BEAVERTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 106 TONKIN ST., BEAVERTON, MI, 48612 |
(989) 435-3981
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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 GLADWIN, MI US, located 14.2 miles from ZCTA5 48617. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.2° | 12.7° | 20.9° | 2.15" | 13.8" |
| February | 32.0° | 12.5° | 22.2° | 1.70" | 11.4" |
| March | 42.6° | 20.4° | 31.5° | 2.05" | 6.7" |
| April | 55.5° | 31.0° | 43.3° | 3.53" | 2.8" |
| May | 68.4° | 42.7° | 55.5° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.1° | 52.8° | 65.5° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.0° | 57.1° | 69.6° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 55.2° | 67.6° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.7° | 47.4° | 60.1° | 2.79" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.5° | 37.0° | 48.3° | 3.24" | 0.4" |
| November | 45.6° | 28.3° | 36.9° | 2.53" | 2.8" |
| December | 34.3° | 19.9° | 27.1° | 2.20" | 10.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clare city | City | 2.8 mi | — |
| Loomis CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Farwell village | Village | 7.5 mi | — |
| Coleman city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Rosebush village | Village | 10.4 mi | — |
| Beaverton city | City | 11.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48617. • 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.