48617 ZIP Code – Clare, Michigan
Located in Clare, Michigan, ZIP code 48617 is a mid-sized ZIP code within Clare County with a population of approximately 9,526 residents. The median household income is $56,585 — below the Michigan average and below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $150,600, well below the national average, with 77.6% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , with median rent coming in at $816 — below the national figure. Housing consists of 77% single-family (decreasing), 10% apartments (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 5.4%, which is near the U.S. rate. An estimated 20.0% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. About 15.3% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well below the national rate. The median age is 36.9, near the national median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 48622, 48878, 48618.
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ZIP 48617 vs. Michigan vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 48617 | MI Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,526 | 10k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $56k | $68k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $150k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $816 | $949 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 36.9 | 44.7 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 20.0% | 12.5% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 15.3% | 25.8% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 48622 – Farwell
- 48878 – Rosebush
- 48618 – Coleman
- 48633 – Lake George
- 48612 – Beaverton
- 48632 – Lake
- 48625 – Harrison
- 48858 – Mount Pleasant
- 48620 – Edenville
- 48893 – Weidman
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48622 | FARWELL | 5,996 | $55,976 |
| 48878 | ROSEBUSH | 1,510 | $53,667 |
| 48618 | COLEMAN | 4,912 | $56,020 |
| 48633 | LAKE GEORGE | 129 | $45,556 |
| 48612 | BEAVERTON | 8,382 | $52,346 |