ZIP Code 48635 in Lupton, MI

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Lupton, Michigan
County:Ogemaw County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:7:29:25 PM
Population:1,471 [See All]
Area Code:989
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:44.3927, -83.9951
Land Area:53.102 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 48635 has 1,471 residents and 679 households (average 2.17 persons per household). The median age is 57.0 years, significantly older than the state (40.1) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.2% male and 49.8% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (94.3%, much higher than the state average of 73.9% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.9%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:1,471Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,535Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:2,061Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:27.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$59,861Source: Census ACS
Households:679Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$135,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.17Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.34Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,7401,6761,6401,5261,5641,5631,5691,6181,5101,5421,6321,6081,535
Decennial Census1,573------------------1,471------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 57

Male Median Age: 58.7

Female Median Age: 55.7

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male2430193925302927294138491028878372727
Female2823354031192237394435711097048362421
Total5253547956495164688573120211158126735148
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,38795.59%
Black:10.07%
Hispanic:*432.96%
Asian:30.21%
American Indian:60.41%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:110.76%
Total:1,451100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:73950.24%58.7 years
Females:73249.76%55.7 years
Total:1,471100%57.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,53099.67%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:50.33%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.33%
Total Population:1,535100%
Total Native Population:1,53099.67%
Total Foreign-born Population:50.33%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $59,861, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $21,458 (55.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $20,534. Family households earn a median of $75,469 versus $28,264 for nonfamily households (a difference of $47,205). By gender, male median income is $66,250 and female is $47,625, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $18,625 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 39.9%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.6%, which is well above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (32.6%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$38,403$38,780$37,685$37,500$37,838$38,516$40,068$40,352$39,327$42,218$43,821$54,583$59,861
Median Family Income$46,048$47,759$45,806$44,044$43,125$45,847$48,152$50,167$52,961$57,679$59,712$65,694$75,469
Median NonFamily Income$22,829$25,000$24,412$25,125$27,383$27,250$28,036$28,977$28,264$23,902$27,941$29,318$28,264
Median Male Income$32,813$28,571$31,875$26,694$27,462$32,000$40,909$40,000$44,479$54,464$64,688$69,688$66,250
Median Female Income$24,125$25,677$26,979$27,750$31,538$31,683$33,646$31,607$30,250$28,667$35,500$38,500$47,625
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:50637.21%
Unemployed:362.65%
Not In Labor Force:81860.15%
Total:1,360100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:16532.61%
Service:9518.77%
Sales and Office:9017.79%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:7815.42%
Production, transportation, and material moving:7815.42%
Total Civilian Employed Population:506100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $135,400, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $33,400 (32.75%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $30,500. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,084), is down $840 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $730. Of occupied housing, owners make up 95.31% (41.39% with a mortgage, 58.61% free-and-clear) and renters 4.69% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 56.92%, which is markedly above the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$102,000$102,100$87,300$86,100$86,800$87,700$93,300$100,300$104,900$107,200$108,400$120,100$135,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:1338.24%
$1,000 to $1,499:411.76%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:1750.00%
Total:34100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$840$858$817$726$718$723$751$742$730$769$789$856$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):28639.45%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):40555.86%
Renter Occupied:344.69%
Total Occupied Housing Units:725100%

Occupied Housing Units:72543.08%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):95856.92%
Total Housing Units:1,683100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:1,49889.01%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:18510.99%
Total Housing Units:1,683100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 14.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 87.70%, which is on par with the state rate (91.90%). The uninsured rate is 4.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 55.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 14.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), up 8.10 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.60 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (48.87%). College enrollment is 17.19%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:90.70%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:14811.56%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):44734.92%
Some college, no degree:36928.83%
Associate's degree:1219.45%
Bachelor's degree:1068.28%
Graduate or professional degree:806.25%
Total:1,280100%
High school or higher:1,12387.73%
Bachelor's degree or higher:18614.53%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:1,09654.69%
Public Insurance:84442.12%
No Insurance:643.19%
Total:2,004100%
Has Health Insurance:1,94096.81%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty6.2%7.0%9.1%9.8%9.5%8.2%9.9%9.6%9.7%9.9%14.0%13.0%14.3%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:219.50%
Kindergarten:41.81%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):10848.87%
High school (grades 9-12):5022.62%
College or graduate school:3817.19%
Total:221100%
Early Childhood:2511.31%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):16273.30%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 48635 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 21 business establishments, employing about 111 people with an annual payroll of $2,910,000. USPS data shows 950 residential mailboxes and 19 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:950Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:19Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,008Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:950Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:21Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$603,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$2,910,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:111Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 48635 is located in Ogemaw County, Michigan, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Michigan's 1st Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 48635. It covers 53.102 sq mi of land and a water area of 2.265 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:53.102 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:2.265 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:25027.75 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2649720Source: Census
Place Name:Lupton CDP; MichiganSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


48636 | | 48634

Schools in ZIP Code 48635


We could not locate which school district 48635 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Rose City School 515 Harrington
Rose City, MI 48654
District: West Branch-Rose City Area SchoolsNearby
Ogemaw Heights High School 960 South M 33
West Branch, MI 48661
District: West Branch-Rose City Area SchoolsNearby
Alternative Educational Academy Of Ogemaw County 2389 S M 76
West Branch, MI 48661
District: UnknownNearby
Surline Elementary School 147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
District: West Branch-Rose City Area SchoolsNearby
Surline Middle School 147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
District: West Branch-Rose City Area SchoolsNearby
Pinecrest School 3669 M-65
Hale, MI 48739
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Joseph Elementary School 935 W Houghton Ave
West Branch, MI 48661
District: Private SchoolNearby
Emanuel Lutheran School 216 N St W
Tawas City, MI 48763
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 48635


Kirtland Community College 4800 W 4 Mile Road
Grayling, MI 49738
Type: Post Secondary
Mid Michigan College 1375 S Clare Ave
Harrison, MI 48625-9447
Type: Post Secondary
Ross Medical Education Center-Midland 2600 N. Saginaw Ste. B
Midland, MI 48640
Type: Post Secondary
Northwood University 4000 Whiting Dr
Midland, MI 48640-2398
Type: Post Secondary
Davenport University-Midland Location 3555 E Patrick Rd
Midland, MI 48642-3799
Type: Post Secondary
Alpena Community College 665 Johnson St
Alpena, MI 49707
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on November 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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