| ZIP Code | 49004 |
|---|---|
| City | Kalamazoo |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Kalamazoo County |
| Area Code | 269 |
| Elevation | 753 ft |
| Latitude | 42.349081 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.558418 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 42.1% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 9.8% ▲ 99% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 39 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,945 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 1,760 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 1,772 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 844 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,900 (34.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,434 ≈ Avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $183,500 ▼ 34% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,059/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,663 |
| Vacant Units | 327 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,663 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 327 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 49004 is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, within Kalamazoo County. With a population of 17,796, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.7 years. Economically, 49004 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,434 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49004 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $183,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,059 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 49004 is primarily White (78.92%). Residents are well-educated — 42.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49004 stands at 9.8%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 49004 in Kalamazoo, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,796 residents, a median household income of $72,434, and a median home value of $183,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.