| ZIP Code | 49037 |
|---|---|
| City | Battle Creek |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Calhoun County |
| Area Code | 269 |
| Elevation | 818 ft |
| Latitude | 42.334561 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.249172 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 22.4% ▲ 124% above avg |
| College Grads | 21.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.7% ▲ 138% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 270 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,031 (40.6%) |
| Some College | 2,254 (18.2%) |
| Associates | 2,147 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,071 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,615 (13%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,598 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $90,600 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $843/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,971 |
| Vacant Units | 1,298 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,971 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,298 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 49037 is located in Battle Creek, Michigan, within Calhoun County. With a population of 19,924, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 49037 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $42,598 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49037 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $90,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $843 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.8%) and renters (40.2%). Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 49037 is majority White (58.39%). Residents are less-educated — 21.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.4%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49037 stands at 11.7%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 49037 in Battle Creek, MI is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 19,924 residents, a median household income of $42,598, and a median home value of $90,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.