| ZIP Code | 49248 |
|---|---|
| City | Jasper |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Lenawee County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 718 ft |
| Latitude | 41.756481 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.011322 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 31.9% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.5% ▲ 74% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 243 (42.2%) |
| Some College | 50 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 85 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 103 (17.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 81 (14.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,313 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,800 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,271/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 369 |
| Vacant Units | 18 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 369 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 18 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 49248 is located in Jasper, Michigan, within Lenawee County. With a population of 879, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.9 years. Economically, 49248 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,313 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49248 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $143,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,271 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 25% since 2019.
The population of 49248 is primarily White (94.31%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.1%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49248 stands at 8.5%, which is significantly above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 49248 in Jasper, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 879 residents, a median household income of $60,313, and a median home value of $143,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.