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Zip Code 48649

MI · Population: 1,309

B
68/100
71
B+
Safety
77
B+
Affordability
67
B
Quality of Life
59
C+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 48649

Zip code 48649 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 1,309 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $63,587 and home values around $153,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 14.1% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$63,587
Home Value
$153,100
Rent
$769/mo
Median Age
55
College Educated
14.1%
Unemployment
5.5%
Owner-Occupied
93.8%
Rent Burden
14.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety71B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability77B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life67BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy59C+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).