| ZIP Code | 49286 |
|---|---|
| City | Tecumseh |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Lenawee County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 811 ft |
| Latitude | 42.009371 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -83.930277 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 231 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,032 (30.5%) |
| Some College | 1,175 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 1,473 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,372 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,662 (26.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,054 ≈ Avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $221,800 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $954/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,144 |
| Vacant Units | 211 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,144 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 211 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 49286 is located in Tecumseh, Michigan, within Lenawee County. With a population of 14,331, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.5 years. Economically, 49286 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,054 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49286 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $221,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $954 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 49286 is primarily White (86.69%). Residents are well-educated — 40.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49286 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 49286 in Tecumseh, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,331 residents, a median household income of $73,054, and a median home value of $221,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.