Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -1.34 |
| Below Poverty | 22.0% ▲ 120% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.9% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 409 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,677 (30.8%) |
| Some College | 4,053 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 4,316 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,065 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,854 (31.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,982 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $166,367 ▼ 40% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $921/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 27,047 |
| Vacant Units | 3,116 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Isabella County is located in Michigan and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 61,851 residents. With a median age of 31.03, it is a relatively young county.
Isabella County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,981 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 22.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Isabella County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $166,367 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $920. Homeownership rates are high at 60.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Isabella County are primarily White (83.5%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Isabella 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49310 | Blanchard | 2,989 | $63,056 | $171,300 | $1,033 | 5.9% | 31.7% |
| 48858 | Mount Pleasant | 42,732 | $48,794 | $168,000 | $862 | 7.3% | 45.9% |
| 48878 | Rosebush | 1,253 | $51,875 | $139,300 | $580 | 7.4% | 31.9% |
| 48883 | Shepherd | 6,755 | $66,364 | $154,600 | $841 | 5.3% | 31.6% |
| 48893 | Weidman | 5,660 | $71,081 | $171,000 | $1,475 | 3.8% | 32.1% |
| 48896 | Winn | 218 | $130,909 | $178,700 | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |