Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.9% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 115 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,258 (26.6%) |
| Some College | 2,649 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 2,845 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,224 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,684 (33.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,157 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $239,223 ▼ 14% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $923/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,088 |
| Vacant Units | 5,386 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Charlevoix County is located in Michigan and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 27,128 residents. With a median age of 50.16, it is a mature county.
Charlevoix County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $74,156 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.5% is near the national average.
Housing in Charlevoix County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $239,223 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $923. Homeownership rates are high at 82.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Charlevoix County are primarily White (92.79%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Charlevoix 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49782 | Beaver Island | 752 | $70,000 | $322,400 | $817 | 7.4% | 55.1% |
| 49712 | Boyne City | 8,177 | $74,202 | $252,400 | $955 | 4.9% | 49.3% |
| 49713 | Boyne Falls | 2,175 | $77,375 | $204,600 | $889 | 2.6% | 37.5% |
| 49720 | Charlevoix | 9,113 | $76,127 | $265,100 | $985 | 3.7% | 48.6% |
| 49727 | East Jordan | 6,595 | $70,288 | $187,700 | $821 | 2.7% | 35.2% |
| 49796 | Walloon Lake | 316 | $84,667 | $267,700 | — | 1.4% | 52.3% |