| ZIP Code | 49841 |
|---|---|
| City | Gwinn |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Marquette County |
| Area Code | 906 |
| Elevation | 1,128 ft |
| Latitude | 46.26711 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.499647 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,140 (25.3%) |
| Some College | 619 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 1,069 (23.7%) |
| Bachelors | 596 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,085 (24.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,337 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $150,000 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $731/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,847 |
| Vacant Units | 916 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,847 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 916 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 49841 is located in Gwinn, Michigan, within Marquette County. With a population of 7,359, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.7 years. Economically, 49841 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,337 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49841 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $150,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $731 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 49841 is primarily White (87.67%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.2%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49841 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 49841 in Gwinn, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,359 residents, a median household income of $61,337, and a median home value of $150,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.