ZIP Code 48744, Michigan
ZIP Code 48744 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48744 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lapeer County / Tuscola County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,460. The land area covers 64.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,460 | ±251 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs | ±4.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,729 | ±163 | 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 | 1,947 | ±170 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,729 | ±163 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 218 | ±66 |
| Median Home Value | $159,800 | ±$12,821 |
| Median Gross Rent | $970 | ±$529 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,944 | ±$13,486 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,894 | ±$2,818 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 411 | ±149 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,704 | ±251 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±3.3% |
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: 89,168 (2024)
ID: 106281
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CFO
255 CLAY ST, LAPEER MI 48446-2298
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | FAIRGROVE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | FAIRGROVE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | CARO, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | UG | CARO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CARO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CARO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | VASSAR, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | VASSAR, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | COLUMBIAVILLE, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | MILLINGTON, 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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Ross Medical Education Center-Davison
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College Vocational | 23.9 mi away | 815 South State Street, Davison, MI, 48423-1751 |
8106581424
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MAYVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 6090 FULTON STREET, MAYVILLE, MI, 48744 |
(989) 843-6522
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WATERTOWN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 9405 FOSTER STREET, FOSTORIA, MI, 48435 |
(989) 795-2794
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CLIFFORD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 9530 MAIN STREET, CLIFFORD, MI, 48272 |
(989) 761-7393
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JACQUELIN E. OPPERMAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 5790 STATE STREET, KINGSTON, MI, 48741 |
(989) 683-2500
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MILLINGTON ARBELA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 8530 DEPOT STREET, MILLINGTON, MI, 48746 |
(989) 871-2003
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CARO AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 840 WEST FRANK STREET, CARO, MI, 48723 |
(989) 673-4329
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OTTER LAKE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 6361 DETROIT STREET, OTTER LAKE, MI, 48464 |
(810) 793-6300
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NORTH BRANCH TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 3714 HURON ROAD, NORTH BRANCH, MI, 48461 |
(810) 688-2282
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BULLARD SANFORD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 520 WEST HURON AVENUE, VASSAR, MI, 48768 |
(989) 823-2171
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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 CARO WWTP, MI US, located 9.5 miles from ZCTA5 48744. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.4° | 14.6° | 22.0° | 2.18" | 13.1" |
| February | 31.5° | 14.8° | 23.1° | 1.63" | 8.0" |
| March | 41.7° | 23.1° | 32.4° | 1.92" | 5.5" |
| April | 55.3° | 33.5° | 44.4° | 3.59" | 1.0" |
| May | 68.0° | 44.8° | 56.4° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.1° | 54.6° | 66.3° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.9° | 59.6° | 70.7° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 57.4° | 68.6° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.9° | 50.1° | 61.5° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.8° | 39.6° | 49.7° | 3.11" | 0.0" |
| November | 46.1° | 30.5° | 38.3° | 2.47" | 2.3" |
| December | 34.6° | 22.1° | 28.3° | 2.12" | 11.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayville village | Village | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fostoria CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Clifford village | Village | 9.3 mi | — |
| Millington village | Village | 9.8 mi | — |
| Kingston village | Village | 9.8 mi | — |
| Caro city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48744. • 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.