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49779

Michigan · 4,593 residents · 132.839 sq mi
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ZIP 49779 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $53,465. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $124,000. With a median age of 53.4, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 6 ZIP codes in Presque Isle County, 49779 ranks 5th by median household income.

$53,465
US average: $82,259
$124,000
US average: $376,019
20.2%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
14.7%
Age 65+
33.4%
48.7%
51.3%
1.84 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic94.7%(4,349)
Black0.2%(10)
Hispanic / Latino0.8%(39)
Asian0.4%(19)
Other3.8%(176)
Diversity Score12.7%(585)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Presque Isle County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST5TH OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
49743$52,969
49759$56,944
49765$57,404
49776$59,000
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 49779?

ZIP code 49779 has about 4,593 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 49779?

The typical household in ZIP code 49779 earns about $53,465 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 49779 expensive?

In ZIP code 49779, the median home is worth about $124,000, and the typical rent is about $698 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 49779?

About 20.2% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 49779 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 49779?

About 15.8% of people in ZIP code 49779 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Presque Isle County
Other ZIP codes in Presque Isle County
ZIP 49765ZIP 49777ZIP 49776ZIP 49759ZIP 49743

DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024