Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 11.0% ▲ 10% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.5% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 81 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,565 (40.6%) |
| Some College | 1,282 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 1,243 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,001 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,601 (18.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,212 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $165,314 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $851/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,796 |
| Vacant Units | 2,741 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Missaukee County is located in Michigan and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 13,045 residents. With a median age of 44.72, it is a middle-aged county.
Missaukee County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,211 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 11.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Missaukee County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $165,314 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $850. Homeownership rates are high at 83.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Missaukee County are primarily White (92.15%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Missaukee County, MI is a solidly middle-class area in Michigan. The 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49632 | Falmouth | 1,010 | $47,321 | $125,300 | $850 | 4.1% | 23.1% |
| 49651 | Lake City | 7,540 | $61,524 | $165,100 | $879 | 6.9% | 32.0% |
| 49657 | Mc Bain | 3,875 | $69,896 | $181,700 | $806 | 4.2% | 28.2% |
| 49667 | Merritt | 620 | $46,806 | $130,700 | $793 | 11.4% | 19.3% |