ZIP Code 48890, Michigan
ZIP Code 48890 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 48890 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Eaton County / Ionia County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,055. The land area covers 31.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,055 | ±376 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 710 | ±98 | 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 | 774 | ±106 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 710 | ±98 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 64 | ±44 |
| Median Home Value | $175,800 | ±$15,954 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,033 | ±$231 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,444 | ±$15,679 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,872 | ±$4,141 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 269 | ±92 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 824 | ±148 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.1% | ±6.3% |
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: 109,494 (2024)
ID: 128249
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
1045 INDEPENDENCE BLVD, CHARLOTTE MI 48813-1095
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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 | IONIA, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | IONIA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | CHARLOTTE, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CHARLOTTE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | CHARLOTTE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | CHARLOTTE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | IONIA, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | IONIA, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-12 | CHARLOTTE, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | CHARLOTTE, 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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School of Missionary Aviation Technology
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College | 13.2 mi away | 84 E. Sprague Rd., Ionia, MI, 48846 |
6165274160
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SUNFIELD DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 112 MAIN STREET, SUNFIELD, MI, 48890 |
(517) 566-8065
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Great Lakes Christian College
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College | 16.6 mi away | 6211 W Willow Hwy, Lansing, MI, 48917-1299 |
5173210242
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MULLIKEN DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 135 MAIN STREET, MULLIKEN, MI, 48861 |
(517) 649-8611
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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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PORTLAND DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 334 KENT STREET, PORTLAND, MI, 48875 |
(517) 647-6981
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Thomas M Cooley Law School
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College | 21.1 mi away | 300 S Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI, 48933 |
5173715140
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LAKE ODESSA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 1007 FOURTH AVENUE, LAKE ODESSA, MI, 48849 |
(616) 374-4591
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Lansing Community College
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College | 21.1 mi away | 610 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI, 48933 |
5174831957
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GEORGE W. SPINDLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 186 NORTH MAIN STREET, WOODLAND, MI, 48897 |
(269) 367-4694
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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 IONIA 2SSW, MI US, located 14.1 miles from ZCTA5 48890. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.9° | 15.6° | 22.3° | 2.20" | 15.5" |
| February | 31.6° | 16.3° | 24.0° | 1.71" | 11.9" |
| March | 42.3° | 24.3° | 33.3° | 2.23" | 7.0" |
| April | 55.6° | 34.7° | 45.2° | 3.28" | 1.6" |
| May | 67.9° | 46.8° | 57.4° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.3° | 56.7° | 67.0° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.9° | 60.3° | 70.6° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.9° | 58.7° | 68.8° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.0° | 50.5° | 61.3° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.2° | 39.7° | 49.4° | 3.55" | 0.5" |
| November | 45.5° | 30.4° | 37.9° | 2.79" | 3.6" |
| December | 33.9° | 22.0° | 28.0° | 2.22" | 14.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunfield village | Village | 1.5 mi | — |
| Mulliken village | Village | 3.6 mi | — |
| Portland city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Lake Odessa village | Village | 8.8 mi | — |
| Woodland village | Village | 9.0 mi | — |
| Eagle village | Village | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 48890. • 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.