| ZIP Code | 49653 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Leelanau |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Leelanau County |
| Area Code | 231 |
| Elevation | 633 ft |
| Latitude | 44.973631 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.723949 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26089 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.6 yrs ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.7% ▲ 59% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 236 (18.1%) |
| Some College | 77 (5.9%) |
| Associates | 182 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 169 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 638 (48.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,954 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $532,100 ▲ 91% above avg ↑ 80% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $889/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,523 |
| Vacant Units | 732 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,523 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 732 |
| Owner Occupied | 96.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 3.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 49653 is located in Lake Leelanau, Michigan, within Leelanau County. With a population of 1,813, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 58.6 years. Economically, 49653 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,954 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49653 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $532,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $889 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 96.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 80% since 2019.
The population of 49653 is primarily White (95.75%). Residents are highly educated — 61.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49653 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 49653 in Lake Leelanau, MI is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,813 residents, a median household income of $84,954, and a median home value of $532,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.