ZIP Code 48856, Michigan
ZIP Code 48856 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48856 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Gratiot County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 966. The land area covers 27.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | ±233 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs | ±6.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 330 | ±77 | 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 | 373 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 330 | ±77 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 43 | ±37 |
| Median Home Value | $183,300 | ±$36,110 |
| Median Gross Rent | $717 | ±$118 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $91,413 | ±$8,036 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,558 | ±$5,928 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 55 | ±42 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.4% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 472 | ±134 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.5% | ±7.9% |
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: 41,372 (2024)
ID: 166587
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
214 E CENTER ST, STE 16, ITHACA MI 48847-1446
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALMA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | ASHLEY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ASHLEY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | ASHLEY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BRECKENRIDGE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CARSON CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | CARSON CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CARSON CITY, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | CARSON CITY, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CARSON CITY, 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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Alma College
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College | 13.0 mi away | 614 W Superior, Alma, MI, 48801-1599 |
9894637111
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CARSON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 102 WEST MAIN STREET, CARSON CITY, MI, 48811 |
(989) 584-3680
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Montcalm Community College
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College | 18.9 mi away | 2800 College Dr., Sidney, MI, 48885-9723 |
9893282111
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MAPLE RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 130 SOUTH MAPLE AVENUE, MAPLE RAPIDS, MI, 48853 |
(989) 682-4464
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School of Missionary Aviation Technology
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College | 24.6 mi away | 84 E. Sprague Rd., Ionia, MI, 48846 |
6165274160
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THOMPSON HOME PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 125 WEST CENTER STREET, ITHACA, MI, 48847 |
(989) 875-4184
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CRYSTAL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 101 N. MAIN STREET, CRYSTAL, MI, 48818 |
(989) 235-6111
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ASHLEY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 104 NEW STREET, ASHLEY, MI, 48806 |
(989) 847-4000
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ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 500 EAST SUPERIOR ST., ALMA, MI, 48801 |
(989) 463-3966
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SEVILLE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 6734 NORTH LUMBERJACK ROAD, RIVERDALE, MI, 48877 |
(989) 833-7776
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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 ALMA, MI US, located 13.8 miles from ZCTA5 48856. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.1° | 15.0° | 22.0° | 2.17" | 10.7" |
| February | 32.0° | 15.4° | 23.7° | 1.76" | 9.9" |
| March | 42.6° | 23.4° | 33.0° | 2.10" | 5.4" |
| April | 55.9° | 34.5° | 45.2° | 3.46" | 2.1" |
| May | 68.5° | 45.6° | 57.0° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.1° | 55.6° | 66.9° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.2° | 59.3° | 70.8° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.1° | 57.8° | 69.0° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.9° | 49.7° | 61.3° | 2.73" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.0° | 39.4° | 49.7° | 3.24" | 0.3" |
| November | 45.8° | 29.7° | 37.7° | 2.66" | 2.7" |
| December | 34.5° | 21.9° | 28.2° | 2.04" | 8.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perrinton village | Village | 2.9 mi | — |
| Carson City city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Maple Rapids village | Village | 6.7 mi | — |
| Hubbardston village | Village | 9.0 mi | — |
| Ithaca city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
| Crystal CDP | CDP | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48856. • 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.