| ZIP Code | 49911 |
|---|---|
| City | Bessemer |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Gogebic County |
| Area Code | 906 |
| Elevation | 1,168 ft |
| Latitude | 46.498953 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.057516 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 17.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.2% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 25% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 686 (33.5%) |
| Some College | 194 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 258 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 503 (24.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 404 (19.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,326 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $109,500 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $529/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,879 |
| Vacant Units | 614 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,879 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 614 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 49911 is located in Bessemer, Michigan, within Gogebic County. With a population of 2,843, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.7 years. Economically, 49911 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $51,326 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49911 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $109,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $529 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 48% since 2019.
The population of 49911 is primarily White (91.91%). Residents are well-educated — 44.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.7%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49911 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 49911 in Bessemer, MI is characterized as working-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,843 residents, a median household income of $51,326, and a median home value of $109,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.