| ZIP Code | 49452 |
|---|---|
| City | Rothbury |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oceana County |
| Area Code | 231 |
| Elevation | 690 ft |
| Latitude | 43.514595 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.254788 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26127 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 17.8% ▲ 78% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.4% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 12.6% ▲ 157% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 479 (33.4%) |
| Some College | 298 (20.8%) |
| Associates | 246 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 179 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 229 (15.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,833 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $114,700 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $800/mo ↓ 2% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 944 |
| Vacant Units | 128 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 944 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 128 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
ZIP code 49452 is located in Rothbury, Michigan, within Oceana County. With a population of 2,299, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.2 years. Economically, 49452 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,833 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49452 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $114,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $800 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 49452 is primarily White (81.82%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.8%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49452 stands at 12.6%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 49452 in Rothbury, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,299 residents, a median household income of $55,833, and a median home value of $114,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.