| ZIP Code | 49690 |
|---|---|
| City | Williamsburg |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Grand Traverse County |
| Area Code | 231 |
| Elevation | 659 ft |
| Latitude | 44.784314 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.394673 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 3.9% ▼ 61% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.4% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 64% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 31 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 836 (18.1%) |
| Some College | 455 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 785 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 441 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,073 (44.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,701 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $329,100 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,279/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,476 |
| Vacant Units | 913 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,476 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 913 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 49690 is located in Williamsburg, Michigan, within Grand Traverse County. With a population of 6,682, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.5 years. Economically, 49690 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $105,701 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49690 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $329,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,279 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 33% since 2019.
The population of 49690 is primarily White (88.30%). Residents are well-educated — 54.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.9%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49690 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 49690 in Williamsburg, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,682 residents, a median household income of $105,701, and a median home value of $329,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.