| ZIP Code | 49010 |
|---|---|
| City | Allegan |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Allegan County |
| Area Code | 269 |
| Elevation | 697 ft |
| Latitude | 42.532965 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.871134 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.73 |
| Below Poverty | 13.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.1% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 174 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,585 (38.3%) |
| Some College | 1,883 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 1,836 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,238 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,245 (18.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,361 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $204,200 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,061/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,222 |
| Vacant Units | 653 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,222 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 653 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.73 |
ZIP code 49010 is located in Allegan, Michigan, within Allegan County. With a population of 18,394, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.5 years. Economically, 49010 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,361 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49010 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $204,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,061 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 49010 is primarily White (87.06%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.3%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49010 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 49010 in Allegan, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,394 residents, a median household income of $72,361, and a median home value of $204,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.