ZIP Code 49677, Michigan
ZIP Code 49677 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 49677 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lake County / Newaygo County / Osceola County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,028. The land area covers 126.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,028 | ±392 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,861 | ±186 | 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 | 3,446 | ±183 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,861 | ±186 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 585 | ±104 |
| Median Home Value | $142,000 | ±$17,298 |
| Median Gross Rent | $785 | ±$112 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,112 | ±$3,787 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,200 | ±$1,865 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 974 | ±187 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.2% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,962 | ±277 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±2.9% |
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: 13,005 (2024)
ID: 128254
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF DEPUTY CLERK
800 10TH ST, SUITE 200, BALDWIN MI 49304-7968
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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 | PARIS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | BIG RAPIDS, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | EVART, 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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Ferris State University
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College | 14.7 mi away | 1201 S State St, Big Rapids, MI, 49307-2251 |
2315912000
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REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 829 SOUTH CHESTNUT STREET, REED CITY, MI, 49677 |
(231) 832-2131
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CHASE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 8400 EAST NORTH STREET, CHASE, MI, 49623 |
(231) 832-9511
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LEROY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 104 WEST GILBERT STREET, LEROY, MI, 49655 |
(231) 768-4493
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LUTHER AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 115 STATE STREET, LUTHER, MI, 49656 |
(231) 797-8006
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EVART PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 105 NORTH MAIN STREET, EVART, MI, 49631 |
(231) 734-5542
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BIG RAPIDS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 426 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, BIG RAPIDS, MI, 49307 |
(231) 796-5234
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TUSTIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 310 SOUTH NEILSON STREET, TUSTIN, MI, 49688 |
(231) 829-3012
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PATHFINDER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 812 MICHIGAN AVENUE, BALDWIN, MI, 49304 |
(231) 745-4010
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CHIPPEWA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 19171 4TH STREET, CHIPPEWA LAKE, MI, 49320 |
(231) 867-2014
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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 BIG RAPIDS WTP, MI US, located 13.3 miles from ZCTA5 49677. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.2° | 12.7° | 20.4° | 2.43" | 17.8" |
| February | 31.4° | 12.2° | 21.8° | 1.97" | 16.0" |
| March | 42.0° | 19.8° | 30.9° | 2.57" | 7.7" |
| April | 54.8° | 30.9° | 42.9° | 3.95" | 1.5" |
| May | 67.6° | 43.2° | 55.4° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.2° | 53.0° | 65.1° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.3° | 57.1° | 69.2° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.0° | 55.0° | 67.0° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.6° | 46.9° | 59.3° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.1° | 36.3° | 47.2° | 3.76" | 0.2" |
| November | 44.1° | 27.5° | 35.8° | 3.05" | 3.8" |
| December | 33.2° | 19.3° | 26.3° | 2.33" | 14.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reed City city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Hersey village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Paris CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Le Roy village | Village | 10.6 mi | — |
| Luther village | Village | 12.3 mi | — |
| Evart city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 49677. • 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.