ZIP Code 49446, Michigan
ZIP Code 49446 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 49446 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Oceana County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,184. The land area covers 31.88 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,184 | ±297 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs | ±6.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 826 | ±94 | 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 | 1,155 | ±127 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 826 | ±94 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 329 | ±111 |
| Median Home Value | $209,100 | ±$20,845 |
| Median Gross Rent | $744 | ±$266 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,217 | ±$8,625 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,721 | ±$3,726 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% | ±7.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 346 | ±169 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±6.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,103 | ±202 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.9% | ±5.1% |
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: 27,014 (2024)
ID: 128257
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR/FISCAL OFFICER
100 S STATE ST, SUITE M-4, HART MI 49420
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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 | HART, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | HART, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HOLTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | HOLTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HOLTON, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | HOLTON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | MONTAGUE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | MONTAGUE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MONTAGUE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | MONTAGUE, 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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Muskegon Community College
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College | 22.0 mi away | 221 S Quarterline Rd, Muskegon, MI, 49442-1432 |
2317739131
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SHELBY AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 189 MAPLE STREET, SHELBY, MI, 49455 |
(231) 861-4565
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Ross Medical Education Center-Roosevelt Park
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College Vocational | 24.7 mi away | 950 W. Norton Avenue, Suite D, Roosevelt Park, MI, 49441-4188 |
2317391531
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MONTAGUE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 8778 FERRY STREET, MONTAGUE, MI, 49437 |
(231) 893-2675
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Nuvo College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 24.8 mi away | 919 w Norton Ave, Norton Shores, MI, 49441 |
2317997500
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WHITE LAKE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 3900 WHITE LAKE DRIVE, WHITEHALL, MI, 49461 |
(231) 894-9531
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HART AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 415 SOUTH STATE STREET, HART, MI, 49420 |
(231) 873-4476
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DALTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 3175 FIFTH STREET, TWIN LAKE, MI, 49457 |
(231) 828-4188
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PENTWATER TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 402 EAST PARK STREET, PENTWATER, MI, 49449 |
(231) 869-8581
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HESPERIA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 80 SOUTH DIVISION STREET, HESPERIA, MI, 49421 |
(231) 854-5125
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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 MONTAGUE 4 NW, MI US, located 5.8 miles from ZCTA5 49446. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.2° | 18.6° | 24.4° | 2.60" | 26.0" |
| February | 32.4° | 18.8° | 25.6° | 1.37" | 13.8" |
| March | 42.1° | 25.0° | 33.6° | 2.28" | 6.7" |
| April | 55.2° | 34.2° | 44.7° | 3.84" | 1.7" |
| May | 66.6° | 43.6° | 55.1° | 3.35" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.3° | 53.4° | 64.4° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.3° | 58.0° | 68.7° | 2.98" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.9° | 57.2° | 67.6° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.6° | 50.7° | 61.2° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.5° | 41.4° | 50.0° | 4.06" | 0.1" |
| November | 45.4° | 32.3° | 38.9° | 3.15" | 4.7" |
| December | 34.9° | 24.5° | 29.7° | 1.77" | 15.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rothbury village | Village | 1.8 mi | — |
| New Era village | Village | 2.1 mi | — |
| Shelby village | Village | 5.0 mi | — |
| Montague city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
| Whitehall city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
| Mears CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 49446. • 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.