| ZIP Code | 48891 |
|---|---|
| City | Vestaburg |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Montcalm County |
| Area Code | 989 |
| Elevation | 910 ft |
| Latitude | 43.395354 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.911507 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.9 yrs ↓ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 20.9% ▲ 109% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.0% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 614 (34.6%) |
| Some College | 312 (17.6%) |
| Associates | 349 (19.7%) |
| Bachelors | 227 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 270 (15.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,661 ▼ 30% below avg ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,300 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $872/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,268 |
| Vacant Units | 226 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,268 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 226 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
ZIP code 48891 is located in Vestaburg, Michigan, within Montcalm County. With a population of 2,923, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.9 years. Economically, 48891 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $53,661 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 48891 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $123,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $872 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 3% since 2019.
The population of 48891 is primarily White (95.07%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.9%. Household income has declined by 2% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 48891 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 88%.
Overall, ZIP code 48891 in Vestaburg, MI is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,923 residents, a median household income of $53,661, and a median home value of $123,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.