Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 16.0% ▲ 60% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.1% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 45% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 219 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,701 (36.4%) |
| Some College | 2,798 (15.2%) |
| Associates | 3,131 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 2,011 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,556 (19.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,560 ▼ 36% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $133,411 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $710/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,493 |
| Vacant Units | 8,845 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Iosco County is located in Michigan and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 25,615 residents. With a median age of 53.38, it is a mature county.
Iosco County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,559 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Iosco County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $133,411 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $710. Homeownership rates are high at 83.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Iosco County are primarily White (91.8%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Iosco County, MI is a working-class area in Michigan. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48730 | East Tawas | 4,584 | $48,993 | $139,900 | $608 | 5.4% | 33.7% |
| 48739 | Hale | 3,511 | $47,768 | $170,600 | $798 | 5.4% | 33.1% |
| 48748 | National City | 1,457 | $53,409 | $142,700 | $637 | 2.9% | 28.9% |
| 48750 | Oscoda | 9,281 | $42,260 | $110,500 | $675 | 8.7% | 28.2% |
| 48763 | Tawas City | 4,837 | $58,160 | $154,100 | $851 | 8.3% | 32.5% |
| 48770 | Whittemore | 1,908 | $51,576 | $101,300 | $665 | 6.7% | 20.5% |