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ZIP code 48721: Black River, MI

48721 is a ZIP code in Black River, Michigan, mainly in Alcona County. About 406 people live here.

Population
406
Median household income
$60,500
Typical home value
$214,800+7% in 12 months
Median rent
—gross, per month
Median age
60.8
Homeowners
100%of occupied homes
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ZIP code 48721 details

CityBlack River
StateMichigan
CountyAlcona County
Metro areaNot in a metro or micro area
Time zoneEastern Time (UTC−5), observes daylight saving time
TypeStandard (delivery area)
Land area28 sq mi, plus 9.3 sq mi of water
Population density15 people per sq mi
Bachelor's degree or higher22.4% of adults 25+
Average commute40.1 minutes
Center coordinates44.79677, -83.32924

ZIP codes near 48721

ZIP codeCityDistancePopulation
48742Lincoln, MI7.7 mi1,805
48762Spruce, MI8.2 mi930
49766Ossineke, MI9.2 mi2,565
48740Harrisville, MI9.4 mi2,505
49747Hubbard Lake, MI15.0 mi2,177
48738Greenbush, MI17.1 mi1,129
48705Barton City, MI17.5 mi521
48745Mikado, MI17.8 mi1,277

Population and median household income: ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Typical home value: Zillow Home Value Index (September 2026) where available, otherwise the ACS median owner-reported value. "PO Box" marks ZIP codes with no delivery area of their own. Methodology

Buying a home in 48721?

A typical home in ZIP code 48721 is worth about $214,800 (Zillow Home Value Index). The median household here earns $60,500 a year. See what buying here would cost per month, with Michigan average taxes and insurance filled in.

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About ZIP code 48721

What city is ZIP code 48721?

ZIP code 48721 is in Black River, MI, in Alcona County.

What county is ZIP code 48721 in?

48721 is mainly in Alcona County, Michigan.

What is the population of ZIP code 48721?

About 406 people live in ZIP code 48721, according to the American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.

What time zone is ZIP code 48721 in?

48721 is in Eastern Time (UTC−5). It observes daylight saving time.