ZIP Code 48657, Michigan
ZIP Code 48657 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48657 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Midland County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,578. The land area covers 62.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,578 | ±260 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,134 | ±165 | 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 | 3,382 | ±168 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,134 | ±165 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 248 | ±83 |
| Median Home Value | $184,600 | ±$16,739 |
| Median Gross Rent | $995 | ±$139 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,500 | ±$8,751 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,182 | ±$4,997 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 923 | ±258 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,325 | ±281 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.8% | ±6.7% |
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: 84,022 (2024)
ID: 166601
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
220 W ELLSWORTH ST, MIDLAND MI 48640-5194
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | MIDLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MIDLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BEAVERTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BEAVERTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | MIDLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | MIDLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MIDLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MIDLAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MIDLAND, 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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Northwood University
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College | 8.9 mi away | 4000 Whiting Dr, Midland, MI, 48640-2398 |
8006229000
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COLEMAN AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 111 FIRST STREET, COLEMAN, MI, 48618 |
(989) 465-6398
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Ross Medical Education Center-Midland
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College Vocational | 9.2 mi away | 2600 N. Saginaw, Suite B, Midland, MI, 48640-2690 |
9896333068
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GRACE A. DOW MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 1710 WEST SAINT ANDREWS ROAD, MIDLAND, MI, 48640 |
(989) 837-3430
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Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College
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College | 16.9 mi away | 5805 East Pickard Street, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858 |
9893174760
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BEAVERTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 106 TONKIN ST., BEAVERTON, MI, 48612 |
(989) 435-3981
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Protege Academy
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College Vocational | 17.9 mi away | 4884 E Pickard St, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 48858-2058 |
5173243388
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FAITH JOHNSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 4035 NORTH MISSION STREET, ROSEBUSH, MI, 48878 |
(989) 433-0006
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M J Murphy Beauty College of Mount Pleasant
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College Vocational | 19.3 mi away | 201 W Broadway, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858 |
9897738629
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AUBURN AREA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 235 WEST MIDLAND ROAD, AUBURN, MI, 48611 |
(989) 662-2381
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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 MIDLAND, MI US, located 12.8 miles from ZCTA5 48657. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.3° | 16.6° | 22.9° | 2.01" | — |
| February | 31.9° | 17.5° | 24.7° | 1.92" | — |
| March | 42.7° | 25.3° | 34.0° | 2.00" | — |
| April | 55.8° | 35.9° | 45.9° | 3.48" | — |
| May | 68.3° | 47.6° | 58.0° | 3.74" | — |
| June | 77.9° | 57.3° | 67.6° | 3.71" | — |
| July | 82.1° | 61.5° | 71.8° | 2.82" | — |
| August | 79.7° | 60.1° | 69.9° | 3.17" | — |
| September | 72.9° | 52.2° | 62.5° | 2.82" | — |
| October | 59.9° | 41.8° | 50.9° | 3.14" | — |
| November | 45.7° | 31.8° | 38.7° | 2.65" | — |
| December | 34.4° | 23.2° | 28.8° | 1.95" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford village | Village | 2.6 mi | — |
| Coleman city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Midland city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Beaverton city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Loomis CDP | CDP | 13.1 mi | — |
| Rosebush village | Village | 17.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48657. • 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.