49878 — Rapid River, MI Home Values
Typical home value $210,014 as of June 2026 · 7th of 9 in Escanaba, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 49878, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 49878 compares in the Escanaba, MI area
ZIP code 49878 (Rapid River, MI) has a typical home value of $210,014 as of June 2026, ranking 7th of 9 ZIP codes tracked in the Escanaba, MI area, more expensive than about 33% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +9.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +38.3%, from $151,848 in June 2021 to $210,014 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Escanaba, MI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Escanaba.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 49878 has a population of 3,184, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 90.4% White, 6.6% two or more races, 2.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| TriTownship School | 10070 US HIGHWAY 2, RAPID RIVER, MI | 3.2 mi |
| Gladstone Area Middle School | 300 S 10TH ST, GLADSTONE, MI | 9.9 mi |
| James T Jones Elementary School | 400 S 10TH ST, GLADSTONE, MI | 10 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 49878?
$210,014 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 49878 an expensive ZIP code in the Escanaba, MI area?
49878 ranks 7th of 9 ZIP codes in the Escanaba, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 33% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 49878 changed over the past year?
+9.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 49878?
3,184, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 49878?
TriTownship School (3.2 mi), Gladstone Area Middle School (9.9 mi), James T Jones Elementary School (10 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 49878?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Escanaba, MI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.