49436 ZIP Code – Mears, Michigan
Located in Mears, Michigan, ZIP code 49436 is a small ZIP code within Oceana County with a population of approximately 1,672 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $63,306, which is near the Michigan average and near the national figure. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $203,500, below the national average, with 92.6% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $773 is below the national average. Housing consists of 83% single-family (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 11.8%, well above the national average. About 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate. Bachelor's degree attainment is 23.4%, near the national average. The population has a median age of 56.6, above the national median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 49455, 49449, 49446.
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ZIP 49436 vs. Michigan vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 49436 | MI Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,672 | 10k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $63k | $68k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $203k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $773 | $949 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 56.6 | 44.7 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.8% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% | 12.5% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 23.4% | 25.8% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 49455 – Shelby
- 49449 – Pentwater
- 49446 – New Era
- 49420 – Hart
- 49437 – Montague
- 49452 – Rothbury
- 49459 – Walkerville
- 49431 – Ludington
- 49454 – Scottville
- 49421 – Hesperia
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49455 | SHELBY | 5,149 | $57,857 |
| 49449 | PENTWATER | 2,703 | $73,102 |
| 49446 | NEW ERA | 2,349 | $67,273 |
| 49420 | HART | 6,145 | $58,142 |
| 49437 | MONTAGUE | 6,515 | $75,923 |