Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 14.6% ▲ 46% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.8% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 53 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,676 (35.5%) |
| Some College | 1,180 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 1,218 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 899 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,504 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,495 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $152,259 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $831/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,450 |
| Vacant Units | 4,607 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Alcona County is located in Michigan and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,822 residents. With a median age of 58.37, it is an older county.
Alcona County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,495 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.1%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Alcona County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $152,259 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $830. Homeownership rates are high at 88.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Alcona County are primarily White (93.7%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Alcona County, MI is a solidly middle-class area in Michigan. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48705 | Barton City | 474 | $55,625 | $133,400 | — | 10.6% | 26.4% |
| 48721 | Black River | 398 | $59,063 | $186,300 | — | 7.6% | 39.8% |
| 48728 | Curran | 329 | $47,250 | $168,100 | $990 | 3.4% | 33.2% |
| 48737 | Glennie | 1,121 | $38,144 | $121,000 | $913 | 0.8% | 25.8% |
| 48738 | Greenbush | 1,097 | $64,432 | $153,700 | $810 | 7.6% | 33.0% |
| 48740 | Harrisville | 2,433 | $53,460 | $138,300 | $782 | 5.3% | 30.4% |
| 48742 | Lincoln | 1,767 | $62,683 | $165,400 | $650 | 5.1% | 36.8% |
| 48745 | Mikado | 1,189 | $47,500 | $141,400 | $1,095 | 5.6% | 27.2% |
| 48762 | Spruce | 1,014 | $67,955 | $198,900 | — | 3.1% | 35.9% |