| ZIP Code | 49677 |
|---|---|
| City | Reed City |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Osceola County |
| Area Code | 231 |
| Elevation | 1,054 ft |
| Latitude | 43.896335 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.53535 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26133 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 14.6% ▲ 46% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.9% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 189 (4.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,707 (36.9%) |
| Some College | 579 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 862 (18.6%) |
| Bachelors | 471 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 819 (17.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,829 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $122,900 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $713/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,452 |
| Vacant Units | 658 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,452 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 658 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 49677 is located in Reed City, Michigan, within Osceola County. With a population of 7,286, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 49677 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,829 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49677 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $122,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $713 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 49677 is primarily White (91.39%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.9% 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 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49677 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 49677 in Reed City, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,286 residents, a median household income of $58,829, and a median home value of $122,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.