| ZIP Code | 49633 |
|---|---|
| City | Fife Lake |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Grand Traverse County |
| Area Code | 231 |
| Elevation | 1,171 ft |
| Latitude | 44.562155 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.185029 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.0 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 14.6% ▲ 46% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.4% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 30% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 22 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 761 (30.8%) |
| Some College | 483 (19.6%) |
| Associates | 429 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 216 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 559 (22.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,567 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $174,000 ▼ 38% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,110/mo ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,724 |
| Vacant Units | 1,190 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,724 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,190 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 49633 is located in Fife Lake, Michigan, within Grand Traverse County. With a population of 3,325, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51 years. Economically, 49633 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,567 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49633 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $174,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,110 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 49633 is primarily White (92.99%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.6%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49633 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 49633 in Fife Lake, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,325 residents, a median household income of $69,567, and a median home value of $174,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.