| ZIP Code | 49287 |
|---|---|
| City | Tipton |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Lenawee County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 940 ft |
| Latitude | 42.02303 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.073485 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 11.4% ▲ 14% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.2% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 454 (31.5%) |
| Some College | 218 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 362 (25.1%) |
| Bachelors | 176 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 231 (16%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,411 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $235,800 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $773/mo |
| Total Units | 1,055 |
| Vacant Units | 251 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,055 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 251 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 49287 is located in Tipton, Michigan, within Lenawee County. With a population of 2,122, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.6 years. Economically, 49287 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,411 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49287 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $235,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $773 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 49287 is primarily White (92.93%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.4%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49287 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 49287 in Tipton, MI is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,122 residents, a median household income of $87,411, and a median home value of $235,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.