ZIP Code 48879, Michigan
ZIP Code 48879 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48879 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Clinton County / Gratiot County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,413. The land area covers 191.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,413 | ±696 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,178 | ±316 | 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 | 7,571 | ±347 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,178 | ±316 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 393 | ±146 |
| Median Home Value | $229,100 | ±$8,908 |
| Median Gross Rent | $922 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,129 | ±$4,640 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,743 | ±$2,564 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,925 | ±673 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,796 | ±503 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.3% | ±2.2% |
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: 80,050 (2024)
ID: 208278
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINSTRATOR
100 E STATE STREET, SUITE 2100, ST JOHNS MI 48879
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | BATH, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BATH, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BATH, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | LANSING, 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 |
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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Great Lakes Christian College
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College | 17.7 mi away | 6211 W Willow Hwy, Lansing, MI, 48917-1299 |
5173210242
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BRIGGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 108 EAST RAILROAD STREET, SAINT JOHNS, MI, 48879 |
(989) 224-4702
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Ross Medical Education Center-Lansing
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College Vocational | 18.4 mi away | 4106 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI, 48917-2108 |
5177039044
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MAPLE RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 130 SOUTH MAPLE AVENUE, MAPLE RAPIDS, MI, 48853 |
(989) 682-4464
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Lansing Community College
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College | 18.6 mi away | 610 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI, 48933 |
5174831957
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OVID PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 206 NORTH MAIN STREET, OVID, MI, 48866 |
(989) 834-5800
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Thomas M Cooley Law School
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College | 19.1 mi away | 300 S Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI, 48933 |
5173715140
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ELSIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 145 WEST MAIN STREET, ELSIE, MI, 48831 |
(989) 862-4633
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Douglas J Aveda Institute
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College | 19.5 mi away | 331 East Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI, 48823 |
5173499343
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DEWITT DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 13101 SCHAVEY ROAD, DEWITT, MI, 48820 |
(517) 669-3156
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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 SAINT JOHNS, MI US, located 1.3 miles from ZCTA5 48879. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.6° | 17.7° | 24.2° | 2.07" | — |
| February | 33.0° | 18.6° | 25.8° | 1.80" | — |
| March | 43.7° | 26.1° | 34.9° | 1.93" | — |
| April | 56.9° | 36.4° | 46.6° | 3.58" | — |
| May | 69.3° | 48.2° | 58.8° | 3.83" | — |
| June | 78.9° | 58.7° | 68.8° | 3.35" | — |
| July | 83.2° | 62.3° | 72.8° | 3.20" | — |
| August | 81.3° | 60.7° | 71.0° | 3.46" | — |
| September | 74.8° | 53.1° | 63.9° | 2.87" | — |
| October | 61.7° | 42.6° | 52.2° | 3.25" | — |
| November | 47.3° | 32.8° | 40.0° | 2.84" | — |
| December | 36.0° | 24.1° | 30.0° | 1.82" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Johns city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Eureka CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Fowler village | Village | 8.2 mi | — |
| Maple Rapids village | Village | 8.8 mi | — |
| Ovid city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
| Elsie village | Village | 11.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48879. • 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.