ZIP Code 48838, Michigan
ZIP Code 48838 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48838 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ionia County / Kent County / Montcalm County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,212. The land area covers 93.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,212 | ±724 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,278 | ±355 | 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 | 7,920 | ±417 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,278 | ±355 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 642 | ±245 |
| Median Home Value | $211,500 | ±$14,282 |
| Median Gross Rent | $907 | ±$75 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $70,176 | ±$3,229 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,047 | ±$2,338 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,946 | ±478 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,528 | ±671 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.5% | ±2.9% |
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: 66,250 (2024)
ID: 166590
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: INT COUNTY ADMIN
100 W MAIN ST, IONIA MI 48846-1651
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GREENVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | CEDAR SPRINGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BELDING, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BELDING, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | IONIA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ROCKFORD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GREENVILLE, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | CEDAR SPRINGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CEDAR SPRINGS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CEDAR SPRINGS, 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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Montcalm Community College
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College | 9.3 mi away | 2800 College Dr., Sidney, MI, 48885-9723 |
9893282111
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FLAT RIVER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 200 WEST JUDD STREET, GREENVILLE, MI, 48838 |
(616) 754-6359
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School of Missionary Aviation Technology
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College | 19.2 mi away | 84 E. Sprague Rd., Ionia, MI, 48846 |
6165274160
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ALVAH N. BELDING MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 302 EAST MAIN STREET, BELDING, MI, 48809 |
(616) 794-1450
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Kuyper College
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College | 20.2 mi away | 3333 East Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525-9781 |
6162223000
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SPENCER TOWNSHIP BRANCH
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 14960 MEDDLER AVENUE, GOWEN, MI, 49326 |
(616) 784-2007
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Ross College-Grand Rapids North
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College | 21.6 mi away | 3488 Plainfield Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525-2767 |
6165882203
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WHITE PINE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 514 N. NEW ST., STANTON, MI, 48888 |
(989) 831-4327
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Cornerstone University
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College | 22.0 mi away | 1001 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525-5897 |
6169495300
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CEDAR SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 107 N MAIN ST, CEDAR SPRINGS, MI, 49319 |
(616) 696-1910
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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 GREENVILLE 2 NNE, MI US, located 1.6 miles from ZCTA5 48838. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.2° | 12.9° | 22.0° | 2.23" | 20.3" |
| February | 34.2° | 13.3° | 23.8° | 1.94" | 16.5" |
| March | 45.5° | 21.5° | 33.5° | 2.43" | 9.4" |
| April | 59.3° | 32.0° | 45.7° | 3.90" | 2.5" |
| May | 71.1° | 43.7° | 57.4° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.4° | 52.6° | 66.5° | 3.62" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.3° | 56.3° | 70.3° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.1° | 54.9° | 68.5° | 3.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.2° | 47.5° | 61.3° | 3.04" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.1° | 37.0° | 49.6° | 3.54" | 0.4" |
| November | 47.8° | 27.4° | 37.6° | 2.98" | 5.0" |
| December | 36.0° | 18.6° | 27.3° | 2.37" | 18.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville city | City | 0.3 mi | — |
| Belding city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Sheridan village | Village | 9.2 mi | — |
| Trufant CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
| Stanton city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
| Cannonsburg CDP | CDP | 14.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48838. • 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.