| ZIP Code | 48629 |
|---|---|
| City | Houghton Lake |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Roscommon County |
| Area Code | 989 |
| Elevation | 1,160 ft |
| Latitude | 44.312238 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.784698 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26143 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.6 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.04 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 25 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,809 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 1,168 (19.5%) |
| Associates | 1,065 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 736 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,188 (19.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,622 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,300 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $784/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,248 |
| Vacant Units | 3,423 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.04 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,248 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,423 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.04 |
ZIP code 48629 is located in Houghton Lake, Michigan, within Roscommon County. With a population of 7,922, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 58.6 years. Economically, 48629 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,622 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48629 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $142,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $784 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 48629 is primarily White (95.47%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.2%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48629 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 48629 in Houghton Lake, MI is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,922 residents, a median household income of $54,622, and a median home value of $142,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.