ZIP Code 48743, Michigan
ZIP Code 48743 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48743 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Iosco County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 30. The land area covers 2.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30 | ±37 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 60.5 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13 | ±15 | 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 | 30 | ±27 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13 | ±15 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 17 | ±28 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $26,917 | ±$31,931 |
| Poverty Rate | 30% | ±28.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±157.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7 | ±12 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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: 25,361 (2024)
ID: 193484
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
PO BOX 778, TAWAS CITY MI 48764-0778
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | WEST BRANCH, MI | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | TAWAS CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | HALE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MIO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MIO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST BRANCH, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Rose City, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | WHITTEMORE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | WHITTEMORE, MI | |
| 9 Nearby | 17 | HALE, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 220 NORTH WASHINGTON, HALE, MI, 48739 |
(989) 728-4086
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CURTIS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 4884 BAMFIELD ROAD, GLENNIE, MI, 48737 |
(989) 735-2601
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OGEMAW DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 107 WEST MAIN STREET, ROSE CITY, MI, 48654 |
(989) 685-3300
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WHITTEMORE LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 483 BULLOCK STREET, WHITTEMORE, MI, 48770 |
(989) 756-3186
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OGEMAW EAST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 200 WASHINGTON STREET, PRESCOTT, MI, 48756 |
(989) 873-5807
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OSCODA COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 430 WEST EIGHTH STREET, MIO, MI, 48647 |
(989) 826-3613
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SKIDWAY LAKE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 2129 GREENWOOD ROAD, PRESCOTT, MI, 48756 |
(989) 873-5086
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TAWAS CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 208 NORTH STREET, TAWAS CITY, MI, 48763 |
(989) 362-6557
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EAST TAWAS LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 760 NEWMAN STREET, EAST TAWAS, MI, 48730 |
(989) 362-6162
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FAIRVIEW BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 2053 E MILLER ROAD, FAIRVIEW, MI, 48621 |
(989) 848-0994
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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 HALE LOUD DAM, MI US, located 7.1 miles from ZCTA5 48743. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.9° | 10.5° | 19.2° | 1.81" | — |
| February | 30.1° | 9.7° | 19.9° | 1.52" | — |
| March | 40.6° | 18.4° | 29.5° | 1.97" | — |
| April | 53.1° | 30.2° | 41.7° | 3.08" | — |
| May | 66.2° | 41.7° | 54.0° | 3.33" | — |
| June | 76.4° | 52.1° | 64.2° | 3.51" | — |
| July | 80.7° | 57.0° | 68.8° | 3.69" | — |
| August | 78.8° | 56.0° | 67.4° | 3.32" | — |
| September | 71.3° | 48.4° | 59.9° | 2.86" | — |
| October | 58.1° | 37.2° | 47.6° | 3.17" | — |
| November | 44.5° | 27.4° | 35.9° | 2.53" | — |
| December | 33.5° | 18.2° | 25.8° | 1.92" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lupton CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Rose City city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Sand Lake CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
| Whittemore city | City | 14.6 mi | — |
| Prescott village | Village | 17.6 mi | — |
| Skidway Lake CDP | CDP | 18.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48743. • 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.