| ZIP Code | 49802 |
|---|---|
| City | Kingsford |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Dickinson County |
| Area Code | 906 |
| Elevation | 1,115 ft |
| Latitude | 45.800591 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.082227 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.7% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 45 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,287 (31.9%) |
| Some College | 436 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 865 (21.5%) |
| Bachelors | 391 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,008 (25%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,067 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $109,300 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $861/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,768 |
| Vacant Units | 125 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,768 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 125 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 49802 is located in Kingsford, Michigan, within Dickinson County. With a population of 6,014, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.4 years. Economically, 49802 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,067 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49802 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $109,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $861 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 49802 is primarily White (91.42%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.6%. Household income has grown by 44% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49802 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 49802 in Kingsford, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,014 residents, a median household income of $61,067, and a median home value of $109,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.