ZIP Code 49736, Michigan
ZIP Code 49736 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 49736 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Chippewa County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 510. The land area covers 73.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | ±113 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 58.9 yrs | ±7.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 251 | ±56 | 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 | 507 | ±78 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 251 | ±56 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 256 | ±58 |
| Median Home Value | $135,900 | ±$51,545 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $49,688 | ±$15,575 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,631 | ±$6,303 |
| Poverty Rate | 12% | ±6.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 61 | ±35 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.4% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 143 | ±35 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 65.3% | ±7.4% |
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: 36,253 (2024)
ID: 193483
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
319 COURT ST, SAULT S MARIE MI 49783-2183
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Education
Listing 5 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | CEDARVILLE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | DE TOUR VLG, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | DE TOUR VILLAGE, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | KINCHELOE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | PICKFORD, MI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Great Lakes Boat Building School
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College Vocational | 12.6 mi away | 485 S. Meridian, Cedarville, MI, 49719-9790 |
9064841081
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PICKFORD COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 137 EAST MAIN STREET, PICKFORD, MI, 49774 |
(906) 647-1288
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LES CHENEAUX COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 75 EAST HODECK STREET, CEDARVILLE, MI, 49719 |
(906) 484-3547
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DETOUR AREA SCHOOL AND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 202 SOUTH DIVISION STREET, DETOUR VILLAGE, MI, 49725 |
(906) 297-2011
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DRUMMOND ISLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 29934 EAST COURT STREET, DRUMMOND ISLAND, MI, 49726 |
(906) 493-5243
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MOLLIE R. KAHL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.0 mi away | 11185 WEST SECOND STREET, RUDYARD, MI, 49780 |
(906) 478-4504
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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 PICKFORD 3NE, MI US, located 11.2 miles from ZCTA5 49736. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.8° | 6.5° | 15.7° | 1.94" | — |
| February | 27.8° | 6.5° | 17.2° | 1.43" | — |
| March | 38.0° | 14.4° | 26.2° | 1.84" | — |
| April | 50.7° | 27.4° | 39.0° | 2.86" | — |
| May | 65.4° | 37.9° | 51.7° | 2.75" | — |
| June | 75.1° | 47.2° | 61.2° | 2.92" | — |
| July | 79.5° | 52.6° | 66.0° | 3.40" | — |
| August | 77.6° | 52.3° | 65.0° | 3.35" | — |
| September | 69.5° | 45.9° | 57.7° | 3.79" | — |
| October | 55.6° | 35.5° | 45.5° | 4.38" | — |
| November | 42.2° | 26.6° | 34.4° | 3.13" | — |
| December | 31.4° | 14.4° | 22.9° | 2.28" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Tour Village village | Village | 12.5 mi | — |
| Kincheloe CDP | CDP | 19.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 49736. • 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.