ZIP Code 49797: Waters, Michigan
ZIP code 49797 is assigned to Waters, Michigan, and lies within Otsego County. Its reference point is at latitude 44.8702 and longitude -84.6598 (44°52'12.7"N 84°39'35.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 49797
49797 is the only ZIP code listed for Waters, MI in our directory.
Across Otsego County there are 6 ZIP codes listed, and Michigan has 1,198 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 49733 in Frederic, MI, about 2.5 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 49797 |
|---|---|
| City | Waters |
| County | Otsego County |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| Latitude | 44.8702 |
| Longitude | -84.6598 |
| DMS | 44°52'12.7"N 84°39'35.3"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 49733 (Frederic, 2.5 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 49797
Map centered on 44.8702, -84.6598. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 49797
These 12 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 49797, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 49797, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Frederic, MI (2.5 mi southwest), Gaylord, MI (9.9 mi north) and Grayling, MI (13 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Frederic, MI – 2.5 mi southwest
- Gaylord, MI – 9.9 mi north
- Grayling, MI – 13 mi south
- Elmira, MI – 14 mi northwest
- Johannesburg, MI – 17 mi northeast
- Alba, MI – 17 mi northwest
- Lewiston, MI – 18 mi east
- Vanderbilt, MI – 20 mi north
- Mancelona, MI – 20 mi west
- Kalkaska, MI – 24 mi west
Schools Near Waters, MI
If you are moving to ZIP code 49797, check the school district serving Waters and Otsego County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Frederic and Gaylord can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 49797.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Waters, MI can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 49797 may also use facilities in nearby Frederic, Gaylord and Grayling.
Shopping and Dining in Waters
For places to eat and shop near Waters, MI, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 49797.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Waters, Michigan can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 49797.
To research local history, try searching for Otsego County records and archives along with the name Waters.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 49797, Frederic lies about 2.5 mi to the southwest, Gaylord lies about 9.9 mi to the north, Grayling lies about 13 mi to the south, Elmira lies about 14 mi to the northwest and Johannesburg lies about 17 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Waters show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 49797
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