| ZIP Code | 49015 |
|---|---|
| City | Battle Creek |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Calhoun County |
| Area Code | 269 |
| Elevation | 950 ft |
| Latitude | 42.278204 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.229231 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 13.4% ▲ 34% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 245 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,076 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 2,732 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 2,802 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,088 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,411 (29.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,719 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $171,000 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $980/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,522 |
| Vacant Units | 758 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,522 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 758 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 49015 is located in Battle Creek, Michigan, within Calhoun County. With a population of 29,013, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 49015 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,719 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49015 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $171,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $980 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 49015 is primarily White (71.02%). Residents are well-educated — 40.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.4%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49015 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 49015 in Battle Creek, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,013 residents, a median household income of $67,719, and a median home value of $171,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.