Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.8% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 141 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,613 (38.9%) |
| Some College | 1,357 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 1,563 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,153 (12.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,458 (15.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,310 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,512 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $730/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,282 |
| Vacant Units | 2,548 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Arenac County is located in Michigan and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 13,643 residents. With a median age of 47.66, it is a mature county.
Arenac County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,310 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Arenac County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $123,512 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $730. Homeownership rates are high at 84.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Arenac County are primarily White (92.94%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Arenac County, MI is a solidly middle-class area in Michigan. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48703 | Au Gres | 2,940 | $60,365 | $158,700 | $622 | 10.5% | 36.8% |
| 48749 | Omer | 1,214 | $50,833 | $116,900 | $870 | 4.2% | 23.9% |
| 48658 | Standish | 4,806 | $52,899 | $112,400 | $682 | 5.1% | 28.6% |
| 48659 | Sterling | 2,740 | $58,021 | $118,900 | $857 | 5.5% | 23.2% |
| 48765 | Turner | 571 | $46,458 | $142,500 | $575 | 1.2% | 25.3% |
| 48766 | Twining | 1,372 | $55,156 | $94,200 | $818 | 3.9% | 18.8% |