| ZIP Code | 49017 |
|---|---|
| City | Battle Creek |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Calhoun County |
| Area Code | 269 |
| Elevation | 903 ft |
| Latitude | 42.391685 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.201106 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.5% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 208 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,854 (35.4%) |
| Some College | 1,943 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 2,385 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,519 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,800 (20.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,500 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $134,800 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $946/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,701 |
| Vacant Units | 1,079 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,701 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,079 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 49017 is located in Battle Creek, Michigan, within Calhoun County. With a population of 20,785, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.7 years. Economically, 49017 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,500 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49017 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $134,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $946 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 49017 is primarily White (77.89%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.2%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49017 stands at 5.4%, 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 49017 in Battle Creek, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,785 residents, a median household income of $58,500, and a median home value of $134,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.