ZIP Code 48845 in Hubbardston, MI

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Hubbardston, Michigan
Counties:Ionia County[Primary]
Clinton County
Gratiot County
Montcalm County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:7:59:23 AM
Population:937 [See All]
Area Code:989
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:43.0888, -84.8607
Land Area:23.252 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 48845 has 937 residents and 345 households (average 2.66 persons per household). The median age is 42.0 years, slightly older than the state (40.1) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 55.0% male and 45.0% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. 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 (3.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.4%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:937Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:1,218Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:928Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:40.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$86,042Source: Census ACS
Households:345Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$172,500Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.66Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.90Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,0009409969391,0351,0401,0199239008539129811,1091,218
Decennial Census1,003------------------937--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 42

Male Median Age: 44.2

Female Median Age: 38.7

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male23461925264521322625465255241817123
Female1928344125242324232031233423913217
Total427453665169445649457775894727303310
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:88494.04%
Black:10.11%
Hispanic:*323.40%
Asian:00%
American Indian:20.21%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:212.23%
Total:940100%
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:51554.96%44.2 years
Females:42245.04%38.7 years
Total:937100%42.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,19297.87%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:80.66%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:181.48%
Total Population:1,218100%
Total Native Population:1,20098.52%
Total Foreign-born Population:181.48%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $86,042, which is well above the national median ($80,734), is up $41,042 (91.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $37,500. Family households earn a median of $105,855 versus $44,464 for nonfamily households (a difference of $61,391). By gender, male median income is $56,583 and female is $42,426, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $14,157 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 53.1%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.8%, which is higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (24.6%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$45,000$44,205$42,750$45,313$40,625$42,500$45,568$49,018$48,542$49,896$53,707$58,155$65,625$86,042
Median Family Income$56,250$60,000$54,167$60,500$51,250$53,750$59,375$58,750$55,694$62,188$65,313$69,583$90,500$105,855
Median NonFamily Income$28,000$23,125$30,313$29,375$26,250$24,659$30,750$28,125$32,917$38,750$39,844$41,979$43,942$44,464
Median Male Income$35,750$35,625$33,750$35,156$33,917$39,792$38,750$41,324$39,643$37,857$43,333$48,889$52,917$56,583
Median Female Income$33,523$35,250$37,917$39,205$38,125$39,583$36,250$39,375$38,958$33,587$40,433$45,388$39,766$42,426
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:46849.47%
Unemployed:343.59%
Not In Labor Force:44446.93%
Total:946100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:10422.22%
Service:8718.59%
Sales and Office:5211.11%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:11524.57%
Production, transportation, and material moving:11023.50%
Total Civilian Employed Population:468100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $172,500, which is considerably lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $79,300 (85.09%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $74,600. The median gross rent is $800, which is much lower than the national median ($1,413), is up $112 (16.28%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $150. Of occupied housing, owners make up 94.18% (50.00% with a mortgage, 50.00% free-and-clear) and renters 5.82% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.80%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$93,200$94,800$97,900$90,800$88,500$87,800$93,900$93,100$97,900$98,000$109,400$124,700$147,700$172,500
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:1361.90%
$1,000 to $1,499:314.29%
$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:523.81%
Total:21100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$688$643$696$567$565$580$595$646$650$693$754$748$754$800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):17047.09%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):17047.09%
Renter Occupied:215.82%
Total Occupied Housing Units:361100%

Occupied Housing Units:36187.20%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5312.80%
Total Housing Units:414100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:38893.72%
Multi-Family Units:71.69%
Other Units:194.59%
Total Housing Units:414100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 8.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 84.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 30.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 50.20%, which is falls below the national rate (67.10%). The share of people in poverty is 4.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 3.80 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 5.70 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (54.44%). College enrollment is 5.65%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:7710.03%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:395.08%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):35045.57%
Some college, no degree:15119.66%
Associate's degree:8410.94%
Bachelor's degree:496.38%
Graduate or professional degree:182.34%
Total:768100%
High school or higher:65284.90%
Bachelor's degree or higher:678.72%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:61242.71%
Public Insurance:45431.68%
No Insurance:36725.61%
Total:1,433100%
Has Health Insurance:1,06674.39%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty12.1%10.6%8.0%7.8%7.9%7.3%12.4%11.9%14.0%13.0%9.5%8.6%8.3%4.7%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:208.06%
Kindergarten:166.45%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):13554.44%
High school (grades 9-12):6325.40%
College or graduate school:145.65%
Total:248100%
Early Childhood:3614.52%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):21486.29%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 48845 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 7 business establishments, employing about 50 people with an annual payroll of $2,113,000. USPS data shows 349 residential mailboxes and 4 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:349Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:4Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:426Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:349Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:7Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$304,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$2,113,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:50Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 48845 is located in Ionia County, Michigan, within the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 24340) and Michigan's 2nd, 3rd, and 7th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 774,160 people, about 0.12% of whom live in ZIP Code 48845. It covers 23.252 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.191 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MISource: Census
CBSA Number:24340Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:774,160Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:23.252 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.191 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:02,03,07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:3281.19, 2628.74, 4227.73 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2639660Source: Census
Place Name:Hubbardston village; MichiganSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


48846 | | 48844

Schools in ZIP Code 48845


We could not locate which school district 48845 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.

Carson City Correctional Facility 10522 E Boyer Rd
Carson City, MI 48811
District: UnknownNearby
Carson City Elementary School 338 Eagle Ave
Carson City, MI 48811
District: Carson City-Crystal Area School DistrictNearby
Pewamowestphalia Elementary School 430 W Jefferson St
Pewamo, MI 48873
District: Pewamo-Westphalia Community School DistrictNearby
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School 213 E Sherman St
Carson City, MI 48811
District: Carson City-Crystal Area School DistrictNearby
Carson Citycrystal High School 213 E Sherman St
Carson City, MI 48811
District: Carson City-Crystal Area School DistrictNearby
Fellowship Baptist Academy 8070 S Bloomer St
Carson City, MI 48811
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Joseph Elementary School 160 E St
Pewamo, MI 48873
District: Private SchoolNearby
Most Holy Trinity School 11144 Kent St
Fowler, MI 48835
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 48845


Calvin University - Handlon Campus 1728 W. Bluewater Highway
Ionia, MI 48846-9571
Type: Post Secondary
School Of Missionary Aviation Technology 84 E. Sprague Rd.
Ionia, MI 48846
Type: Post Secondary
Montcalm Community College 2800 College Dr.
Sidney, MI 48885-9723
Type: Post Secondary
Alma College 614 W Superior
Alma, MI 48801-1599
Type: Post Secondary
Great Lakes Christian College 6211 W Willow Hwy
Lansing, MI 48917-1299
Type: Post Secondary
Ross Medical Education Center-Lansing 4106 W Saginaw Hwy
Lansing, MI 48917-2108
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 February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 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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