US ZIP Code
49633

Fife Lake, MI

Grand Traverse County  ·  Michigan

● Active
👥 3,325 Population ↓ 10% since 2019
💰 $69,567 Median HH Income
▼ 9% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019
🎂 51.0 Median Age ↑ 6% since 2019
🏠 $174,000 Median Home Value
▼ 38% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019
🎓 31.4% College Grads
▼ 19% below avg
📊 6.4% Unemployment
▲ 30% above avg ↓ 7% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code49633
CityFife Lake
StateMichigan (MI)
CountyGrand Traverse County
Area Code231
Elevation1,171 ft
Latitude44.562155
Longitude-85.185029
TimezoneDetroit (DST)
FIPS26079
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 53.4% (1,775) Female 46.6% (1,550) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 93%Hispanic: 2.3%Asian: 0.2%Other: 2.2%Race
White93.0%
Hispanic2.3%
Asian0.2%
Other2.2%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
10%
18–24
5%
25–44
23%
45–64
36%
65+
12%

Key Indicators

Median Age51.0 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.14
Below Poverty14.6% ▲ 46% above avg
College Grads31.4% ▼ 19% below avg
Unemployment6.4% ▲ 30% above avg
No HS Diploma22 (0.9%)
HS Graduate761 (30.8%)
Some College483 (19.6%)
Associates429 (17.4%)
Bachelors216 (8.7%)
Graduate Degree559 (22.6%)

Education

No HS: 0.9%HS Grad: 30.8%Some College: 19.6%Associates: 17.4%Bachelors: 8.7%Graduate: 22.6%Edu
No HS0.9%
HS Grad30.8%
Some College19.6%
Associates17.4%
Bachelors8.7%
Graduate22.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 90.4%Renter: 9.7%Tenure
Owner90.4%
Renter9.7%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
9%
$50k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
20%
$150k–200k
17%
$200k–300k
19%
$300k–500k
16%
Over $500k
5%

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 Ratio2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,110/mo ↑ 48% since 2019
Total Units2,724
Vacant Units1,190
Avg HH Size2.14

Income Distribution

Under $25k
18%
$25k–50k
16%
$50k–75k
17%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
24%
$150k–200k
8%
Over $200k
5%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
85%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
14%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
7%
15–30 min
24%
30–45 min
42%
Over 45 min
26%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
8%
1960s–1970s
11%
1980s–1990s
23%
2000+
56%

Summary

Total Units2,724
Vacant1,190
Owner Occupied90.4%
Renter Occupied9.7%
Avg HH Size2.14
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 49633 is in Fife Lake, MI, in Grand Traverse County.
ZIP code 49633 is located in Michigan (MI).
ZIP code 49633 is in Grand Traverse County, MI.
ZIP 49633 observes the Detroit timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 49633 is 3,325 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 49633 is $69,567 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 49633 is $174,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 49633

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.