| ZIP Code | 49689 |
|---|---|
| City | Wellston |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Manistee County |
| Area Code | 231 |
| Elevation | 803 ft |
| Latitude | 44.211072 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.910757 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26101 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.6 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.8% ▲ 80% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 32 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 397 (32.8%) |
| Some College | 191 (15.8%) |
| Associates | 198 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 98 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 294 (24.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,138 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,200 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $763/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,611 |
| Vacant Units | 894 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,611 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 894 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 49689 is located in Wellston, Michigan, within Manistee County. With a population of 1,791, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.6 years. Economically, 49689 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,138 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49689 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $141,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $763 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 49689 is primarily White (91.90%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.3%. Household income has grown by 41% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49689 stands at 8.8%, which is significantly above the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 49689 in Wellston, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,791 residents, a median household income of $62,138, and a median home value of $141,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.