ZIP Code 48872, Michigan
ZIP Code 48872 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48872 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ingham County / Livingston County / Shiawassee County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,142. The land area covers 55.47 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,142 | ±548 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,626 | ±208 | 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 | 2,754 | ±210 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,626 | ±208 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 128 | ±73 |
| Median Home Value | $236,700 | ±$21,410 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,131 | ±$102 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,333 | ±$11,364 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,698 | ±$3,648 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% | ±5.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 566 | ±363 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,169 | ±296 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.1% | ±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: 290,427 (2024)
ID: 106274
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BOARD COORDINATOR
PO BOX 319, MASON MI 48854-0319
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | UG | HOWELL, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MASON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BATH, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BATH, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BATH, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | LANSING, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | OKEMOS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | DURAND, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | OWOSSO, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BYRON, 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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Protege Academy
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College Vocational | 12.7 mi away | 4960 Northwind Dr., East Lansing, MI, 48823-8660 |
5173243388
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BENTLEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY OF PERRY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 135 SOUTH MAIN STREET, PERRY, MI, 48872 |
(517) 625-3166
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Baker College
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College | 13.1 mi away | 1020 S Washington St, Owosso, MI, 48867-8956 |
8554877888
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PERRY TOWNSHIP - MORRICE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 300 MAIN STREET, MORRICE, MI, 48857 |
(517) 625-7911
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Michigan State University
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College | 13.6 mi away | East Lansing, MI, 48824-1046 |
5173551855
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WILLIAMSTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 3845 VANNETER RD #1, WILLIAMSTON, MI, 48895 |
(517) 655-1191
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Douglas J Aveda Institute
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College | 13.8 mi away | 331 East Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI, 48823 |
5173499343
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LAINGSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 255 EAST GRAND RIVER ROAD, LAINGSBURG, MI, 48848 |
(517) 651-6282
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Lansing Community College
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College | 17.2 mi away | 610 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI, 48933 |
5174831957
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SHIAWASSEE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 3719 GRAND RIVER RD., BANCROFT, MI, 48414 |
(989) 634-5689
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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 DURAND WWTP, MI US, located 14.8 miles from ZCTA5 48872. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.7° | 15.2° | 22.9° | 2.16" | — |
| February | 33.8° | 14.7° | 24.3° | 1.53" | — |
| March | 43.8° | 23.5° | 33.7° | 1.96" | — |
| April | 56.7° | 34.4° | 45.6° | 3.25" | — |
| May | 69.1° | 46.5° | 57.8° | 4.09" | — |
| June | 79.0° | 56.7° | 67.9° | 3.85" | — |
| July | 83.3° | 60.6° | 72.0° | 3.20" | — |
| August | 81.1° | 58.4° | 69.8° | 3.22" | — |
| September | 74.5° | 49.7° | 62.1° | 2.95" | — |
| October | 61.0° | 39.1° | 50.1° | 3.08" | — |
| November | 47.3° | 29.5° | 38.4° | 2.29" | — |
| December | 36.0° | 21.1° | 28.6° | 1.88" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perry city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Morrice village | Village | 3.2 mi | — |
| Shaftsburg CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Williamston city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Laingsburg city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Haslett CDP | CDP | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48872. • 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.