| ZIP Code | 48662 |
|---|---|
| City | Wheeler |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Gratiot County |
| Area Code | 989 |
| Elevation | 709 ft |
| Latitude | 43.400996 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.416668 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 26.5% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 27 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 372 (40.2%) |
| Some College | 90 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 191 (20.6%) |
| Bachelors | 69 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 176 (19%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,112 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,000 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 589 |
| Vacant Units | 48 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 589 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 48 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 48662 is located in Wheeler, Michigan, within Gratiot County. With a population of 1,278, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.5 years. Economically, 48662 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,112 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48662 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $130,000 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 88.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 48662 is primarily White (94.84%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48662 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 48662 in Wheeler, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,278 residents, a median household income of $69,112, and a median home value of $130,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.