Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 14.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 535 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,628 (37.3%) |
| Some College | 4,838 (17%) |
| Associates | 4,362 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,015 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,106 (17.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,235 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,726 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $884/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,030 |
| Vacant Units | 4,065 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Branch County is located in Michigan and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 44,987 residents. With a median age of 40.89, it is a middle-aged county.
Branch County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,235 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Branch County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $146,726 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $884. Homeownership rates are high at 77.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Branch County are primarily White (87.83%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Branch 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49028 | Bronson | 5,969 | $62,639 | $129,300 | $880 | 2.0% | 24.8% |
| 49036 | Coldwater | 24,697 | $59,649 | $155,000 | $913 | 6.1% | 29.2% |
| 49255 | Montgomery | 2,148 | $48,125 | $121,300 | $954 | 2.8% | 34.1% |
| 49082 | Quincy | 6,374 | $72,938 | $159,300 | $831 | 3.7% | 30.1% |
| 49089 | Sherwood | 2,044 | $61,900 | $121,400 | $841 | 8.4% | 20.1% |
| 49094 | Union City | 3,755 | $68,688 | $127,000 | $778 | 7.6% | 29.5% |