Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 12.8% ▲ 28% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.4% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 284 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,938 (34.1%) |
| Some College | 3,754 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 3,491 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 2,650 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,166 (22.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,360 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $162,483 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $903/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,469 |
| Vacant Units | 3,243 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wexford County is located in Michigan and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 36,294 residents. With a median age of 41.94, it is a middle-aged county.
Wexford County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,359 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Wexford County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $162,483 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $902. Homeownership rates are high at 81.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wexford County are primarily White (91.14%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wexford 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49618 | Boon | 829 | $49,712 | $152,300 | $1,313 | 0.7% | 30.5% |
| 49620 | Buckley | 2,859 | $74,313 | $207,000 | $1,118 | 3.1% | 28.3% |
| 49601 | Cadillac | 22,121 | $65,704 | $166,500 | $856 | 6.3% | 37.1% |
| 49638 | Harrietta | 817 | $50,000 | $114,900 | $1,063 | 7.5% | 31.8% |
| 49663 | Manton | 6,132 | $55,513 | $144,400 | $795 | 7.2% | 25.3% |
| 49668 | Mesick | 3,536 | $59,730 | $146,100 | $1,077 | 7.4% | 29.0% |