Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.3% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 43% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 139 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,102 (33.8%) |
| Some College | 3,144 (15%) |
| Associates | 3,400 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,202 (15.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,011 (19.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,440 ▼ 30% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,114 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $684/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 16,695 |
| Vacant Units | 3,666 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Alpena County is located in Michigan and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 29,291 residents. With a median age of 48.44, it is a mature county.
Alpena County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,439 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Alpena County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $142,114 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $684. Homeownership rates are high at 80.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Alpena County are primarily White (93.09%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Alpena County, MI is a working-class area in Michigan. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49707 | Alpena | 22,050 | $50,699 | $134,900 | $642 | 7.1% | 34.6% |
| 49744 | Herron | 843 | $74,000 | $208,100 | $961 | 3.4% | 30.3% |
| 49747 | Hubbard Lake | 2,178 | $67,639 | $170,200 | $875 | 2.9% | 32.0% |
| 49753 | Lachine | 1,722 | $55,625 | $147,400 | $839 | 6.0% | 33.4% |
| 49766 | Ossineke | 2,498 | $56,806 | $155,400 | $691 | 11.8% | 36.0% |