49879 ZIP Code – Republic, Michigan
49879 is a ZIP code serving Republic, Michigan in Marquette County with a population of approximately 1,093 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $51,875, which is below the Michigan average and below the national figure. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $85,000, well below the national average, with 87.8% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $825 is below the national average. Housing consists of 92% single-family (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 9.7%, well above the national average. The poverty rate is 13.0%, near the national average. An estimated 16.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average. Residents have a median age of 60.0, above the U.S. median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 49815, 49814, 49849.
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ZIP 49879 vs. Michigan vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 49879 | MI Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,093 | 10k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $51k | $68k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $85k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $825 | $949 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 60.0 | 44.7 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.7% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% | 12.5% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 16.6% | 25.8% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 49815 – Channing
- 49814 – Champion
- 49849 – Ishpeming
- 49861 – Michigamme
- 49920 – Crystal Falls
- 49881 – Sagola
- 49903 – Amasa
- 49919 – Covington
- 49877 – Ralph
- 49866 – Negaunee
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49815 | CHANNING | 205 | $74,750 |
| 49814 | CHAMPION | 1,198 | $73,710 |
| 49849 | ISHPEMING | 12,069 | $65,429 |
| 49861 | MICHIGAMME | 561 | $62,083 |
| 49920 | CRYSTAL FALLS | 4,207 | $56,652 |