Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
| Below Poverty | 15.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.2% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 203 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,012 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 3,144 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 3,238 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,691 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,189 (21.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,978 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,863 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $784/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 25,130 |
| Vacant Units | 12,628 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Roscommon County is located in Michigan and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 25,954 residents. With a median age of 55.76, it is an older county.
Roscommon County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,978 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Roscommon County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $146,863 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $784. Homeownership rates are high at 84.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Roscommon County are primarily White (92.64%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Roscommon County, MI is a solidly middle-class area in Michigan. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48627 | Higgins Lake | 129 | $70,250 | — | — | 0.0% | 15.7% |
| 48629 | Houghton Lake | 7,922 | $54,622 | $142,300 | $784 | 2.7% | 32.1% |
| 48630 | Houghton Lake Heights | 62 | $71,518 | — | — | — | 0.0% |
| 48651 | Prudenville | 4,331 | $42,938 | $156,000 | $797 | 6.2% | 34.5% |
| 48653 | Roscommon | 9,638 | $67,708 | $161,800 | $801 | 4.7% | 42.6% |
| 48656 | Saint Helen | 3,872 | $43,417 | $108,800 | $729 | 9.0% | 25.0% |