ZIP Code 48850, Michigan
ZIP Code 48850 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48850 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mecosta County / Montcalm County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,659. The land area covers 83.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,659 | ±357 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs | ±5.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,639 | ±135 | 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 | 2,064 | ±161 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,639 | ±135 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 425 | ±119 |
| Median Home Value | $178,400 | ±$15,844 |
| Median Gross Rent | $700 | ±$221 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $68,047 | ±$7,249 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,041 | ±$3,304 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% | ±5.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 621 | ±239 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.2% | ±5.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,831 | ±205 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.3% | ±4.9% |
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: 41,947 (2024)
ID: 185876
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CONTROLLER/ADMINISTRATOR
400 ELM ST, BIG RAPIDS MI 49307-1816
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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 | STANTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | STANTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 11-12 | SIDNEY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | LAKEVIEW, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | LAKEVIEW, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-07 | LAKEVIEW, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | MECOSTA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BLANCHARD, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BLANCHARD, MI | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | SIDNEY, 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 | 14.6 mi away | 2800 College Dr., Sidney, MI, 48885-9723 |
9893282111
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TAMARACK DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 832 SOUTH LINCOLN AVENUE, LAKEVIEW, MI, 48850 |
(989) 352-6274
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Ferris State University
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College | 21.1 mi away | 1201 S State St, Big Rapids, MI, 49307-2251 |
2315912000
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TATE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 324 MAIN STREET, BLANCHARD, MI, 49310 |
(989) 561-2480
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HOME TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 329 EAST MAIN STREET, EDMORE, MI, 48829 |
(989) 427-5241
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TIMOTHY C. HAUENSTEIN REYNOLDS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 117 WEST WILLIAMS STREET, HOWARD CITY, MI, 49329 |
(231) 937-5575
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WALTON ERICKSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 4808 NORTHLAND DRIVE, MORLEY, MI, 49336 |
(231) 856-4298
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WHEATLAND TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 207 MICHIGAN AVENUE, REMUS, MI, 49340 |
(989) 967-8271
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MORTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 110 SOUTH JAMES STREET, MECOSTA, MI, 49332 |
(231) 972-8315
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WHITE PINE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 514 N. NEW ST., STANTON, MI, 48888 |
(989) 831-4327
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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 16.1 miles from ZCTA5 48850. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview village | Village | 1.2 mi | — |
| Trufant CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| Canadian Lakes CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
| Edmore village | Village | 10.7 mi | — |
| Morley village | Village | 10.7 mi | — |
| Howard City village | Village | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48850. • 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.