ZIP Code 48625, Michigan
ZIP Code 48625 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48625 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clare County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,704. The land area covers 257.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,704 | ±490 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,510 | ±276 | 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 | 10,785 | ±293 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,510 | ±276 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,275 | ±309 |
| Median Home Value | $117,100 | ±$8,749 |
| Median Gross Rent | $629 | ±$33 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,030 | ±$4,380 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,795 | ±$2,251 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.7% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,101 | ±421 |
| Unemployment Rate | 15.6% | ±4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,736 | ±304 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.4% | ±3.5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | CLARE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-07 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | FARWELL, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | HARRISON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HARRISON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HARRISON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MARION, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | HARRISON, 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 | 6.8 mi away | 1375 S Clare Ave, Harrison, MI, 48625-9447 |
9893866622
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HARRISON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 125 W. BEECH STREET, HARRISON, MI, 48625 |
(989) 539-6711
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SURREY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 105 EAST MICHIGAN STREET, FARWELL, MI, 48622 |
(989) 588-9782
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MARION DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 120 EAST MAIN STREET, MARION, MI, 49665 |
(231) 743-2421
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PERE MARQUETTE DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 185 EAST FOURTH STREET, CLARE, MI, 48617 |
(989) 386-7576
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HOUGHTON LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.9 mi away | 4431 WEST HOUGHTON LAKE DRIVE, HOUGHTON LAKE, MI, 48629 |
(989) 366-9230
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FALMOUTH AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 219 EAST PROSPER ROAD, FALMOUTH, MI, 49632 |
(231) 826-3738
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GLADWIN COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 402 JAMES ROBERTSON DRIVE, GLADWIN, MI, 48624 |
(989) 426-8221
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MCBAIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 107 EAST MAPLE STREET, MCBAIN, MI, 49657 |
(231) 825-2197
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BEAVERTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 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 18.0 miles from ZCTA5 48625. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Farwell village | Village | 15.0 mi | — |
| Marion village | Village | 15.4 mi | — |
| Clare city | City | 16.1 mi | — |
| Falmouth CDP | CDP | 17.7 mi | — |
| Houghton Lake CDP | CDP | 17.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48625. • 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.