Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 10.9% ▲ 9% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.5% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 188 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,975 (25.7%) |
| Some College | 1,451 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 1,583 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,225 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,170 (36%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,652 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,437 ▼ 8% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $877/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,318 |
| Vacant Units | 4,721 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Benzie County is located in Michigan and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 15,759 residents. With a median age of 51.56, it is a mature county.
Benzie County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,652 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.9% is near the national average.
Housing in Benzie County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $255,437 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $876. Homeownership rates are high at 88.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Benzie County are primarily White (91.8%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 46.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Benzie County, MI is a solidly middle-class area in Michigan. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49616 | Benzonia | 2,177 | $49,224 | $204,100 | $594 | 5.2% | 41.4% |
| 49617 | Beulah | 3,250 | $66,844 | $268,000 | $657 | 6.5% | 48.5% |
| 49628 | Elberta | 181 | $125,938 | $272,400 | — | 4.9% | 41.4% |
| 49635 | Frankfort | 3,367 | $71,875 | $332,300 | $918 | 4.5% | 53.0% |
| 49640 | Honor | 1,266 | $83,750 | $285,000 | $805 | 3.9% | 53.9% |
| 49650 | Lake Ann | 3,448 | $91,108 | $238,400 | $1,303 | 2.4% | 48.5% |
| 49683 | Thompsonville | 2,070 | $57,875 | $173,500 | $785 | 4.3% | 30.7% |