ZIP Code 49457, Michigan
ZIP Code 49457 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 49457 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Muskegon County / Newaygo County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,086. The land area covers 81.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,086 | ±629 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.1 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,268 | ±262 | 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 | 4,819 | ±319 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,268 | ±262 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 551 | ±216 |
| Median Home Value | $222,300 | ±$13,681 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,105 | ±$247 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,225 | ±$4,004 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,500 | ±$2,149 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.5% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,164 | ±331 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.5% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,484 | ±425 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±2.4% |
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: 177,428 (2024)
ID: 106296
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
990 TERRACE ST, MUSKEGON MI 49442-3378
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MUSKEGON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | RAVENNA, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | MUSKEGON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MUSKEGON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MUSKEGON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MUSKEGON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | MUSKEGON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MUSKEGON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MUSKEGON, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | FREMONT, 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 | 7.5 mi away | 221 S Quarterline Rd, Muskegon, MI, 49442-1432 |
2317739131
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DALTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 3175 FIFTH STREET, TWIN LAKE, MI, 49457 |
(231) 828-4188
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Ross Medical Education Center-Roosevelt Park
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College Vocational | 12.6 mi away | 950 W. Norton Avenue, Suite D, Roosevelt Park, MI, 49441-4188 |
2317391531
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HOLTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 8776 HOLTON-DUCK LAKE ROAD, HOLTON, MI, 49425 |
(231) 821-0268
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Nuvo College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 12.7 mi away | 919 w Norton Ave, Norton Shores, MI, 49441 |
2317997500
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LAKETON TOWNSHIP BRANCH
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 991 W. GILES RD., MUSKEGON, MI, 49445 |
(231) 685-0106
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French Academy of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 19.2 mi away | 111 W Exchange St Ste A, Spring Lake, MI, 49456 |
6168447070
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EGELSTON TOWNSHIP BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 5428 EAST APPLE AVENUE, MUSKEGON, MI, 49442 |
(231) 788-6477
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MUSKEGON TOWNSHIP
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 1910 EAST APPLE AVE, SUITE D,, MUSKEGON, MI, 49442 |
(231) 760-4329
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NORTH MUSKEGON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 1522 RUDDIMAN DRIVE, NORTH MUSKEGON, MI, 49445 |
(231) 744-6080
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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 FREMONT 4 WSW, MI US, located 8.8 miles from ZCTA5 49457. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.6° | 15.7° | 22.7° | 2.45" | — |
| February | 31.8° | 16.2° | 24.0° | 1.86" | — |
| March | 42.0° | 23.3° | 32.6° | 2.41" | — |
| April | 54.8° | 33.4° | 44.1° | 3.76" | — |
| May | 66.7° | 44.4° | 55.5° | 3.88" | — |
| June | 76.2° | 54.3° | 65.2° | 3.59" | — |
| July | 79.7° | 57.8° | 68.8° | 3.27" | — |
| August | 77.9° | 56.4° | 67.1° | 3.40" | — |
| September | 71.4° | 50.0° | 60.7° | 3.36" | — |
| October | 58.7° | 39.1° | 48.9° | 3.90" | — |
| November | 44.9° | 29.7° | 37.3° | 3.09" | — |
| December | 34.4° | 21.5° | 28.0° | 2.49" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Lake CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Lakewood Club village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Wolf Lake CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| North Muskegon city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Muskegon city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
| Whitehall city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 49457. • 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.