| ZIP Code | 49046 |
|---|---|
| City | Delton |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Barry County |
| Area Code | 269 |
| Elevation | 938 ft |
| Latitude | 42.519178 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.387984 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.1 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.1% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,762 (32.9%) |
| Some College | 988 (18.4%) |
| Associates | 774 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 533 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,297 (24.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,393 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $268,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 74% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,064/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,672 |
| Vacant Units | 813 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,672 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 813 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 49046 is located in Delton, Michigan, within Barry County. With a population of 6,944, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.1 years. Economically, 49046 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,393 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49046 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $268,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,064 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 74% since 2019.
The population of 49046 is primarily White (94.60%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49046 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 49046 in Delton, MI is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,944 residents, a median household income of $83,393, and a median home value of $268,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.