Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.3% ▲ 32% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 574 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 15,785 (21.2%) |
| Some College | 8,562 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 11,125 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 8,294 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 30,041 (40.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,896 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $303,032 ▲ 9% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,218/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 52,511 |
| Vacant Units | 8,464 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Grand Traverse County is located in Michigan and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 106,697 residents. With a median age of 43.99, it is a middle-aged county.
Grand Traverse County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $79,896 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Grand Traverse County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $303,032 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,217. Homeownership rates are high at 78.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Grand Traverse County are primarily White (91.31%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 51.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Grand Traverse County, MI is a middle-income area in Michigan. The 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49633 | Fife Lake | 3,325 | $69,567 | $174,000 | $1,110 | 6.4% | 31.4% |
| 49637 | Grawn | 3,535 | $74,871 | $228,100 | $1,309 | 3.0% | 36.6% |
| 49643 | Interlochen | 7,486 | $81,061 | $247,300 | $900 | 2.8% | 45.7% |
| 49649 | Kingsley | 7,293 | $73,021 | $246,900 | $1,041 | 5.2% | 36.6% |
| 49684 | Traverse City | 21,328 | $75,678 | $375,700 | $1,216 | 3.2% | 56.3% |
| 49685 | Traverse City | 21,297 | $82,639 | $309,200 | $1,338 | 3.2% | 51.3% |
| 49686 | Traverse City | 25,181 | $71,198 | $295,500 | $1,209 | 3.1% | 56.5% |
| 49696 | Traverse City | 10,570 | $96,138 | $289,300 | $1,309 | 5.6% | 51.9% |
| 49690 | Williamsburg | 6,682 | $105,701 | $329,100 | $1,279 | 1.8% | 54.4% |