| ZIP Code | 48801 |
|---|---|
| City | Alma |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Gratiot County |
| Area Code | 989 |
| Elevation | 728 ft |
| Latitude | 43.378415 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.676007 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 35 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,591 (32.8%) |
| Some College | 819 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 1,420 (18%) |
| Bachelors | 783 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,243 (28.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,449 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,300 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $795/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,408 |
| Vacant Units | 439 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,408 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 439 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 48801 is located in Alma, Michigan, within Gratiot County. With a population of 13,433, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 48801 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,449 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48801 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $120,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $795 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 48801 is primarily White (84.90%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.0%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48801 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 48801 in Alma, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,433 residents, a median household income of $57,449, and a median home value of $120,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.