| ZIP Code | 49733 |
|---|---|
| City | Frederic |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Crawford County |
| Area Code | 989 |
| Elevation | 1,307 ft |
| Latitude | 44.794071 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.730562 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26039 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.9% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 12.5% ▲ 155% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 480 (35.3%) |
| Some College | 246 (18.1%) |
| Associates | 270 (19.9%) |
| Bachelors | 153 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 198 (14.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,471 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $148,500 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $791/mo ↓ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,510 |
| Vacant Units | 720 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,510 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 720 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 49733 is located in Frederic, Michigan, within Crawford County. With a population of 1,910, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.1 years. Economically, 49733 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,471 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49733 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $148,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $791 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 49733 is primarily White (93.56%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.2%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49733 stands at 12.5%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 49733 in Frederic, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,910 residents, a median household income of $65,471, and a median home value of $148,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.