| ZIP Code | 49071 |
|---|---|
| City | Mattawan |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Van Buren County |
| Area Code | 269 |
| Elevation | 830 ft |
| Latitude | 42.226439 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.775518 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26159 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 3.6% ▼ 64% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.5% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,704 (23.2%) |
| Some College | 639 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 1,181 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 833 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,958 (40.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,779 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $261,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,161/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,415 |
| Vacant Units | 119 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,415 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 119 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
ZIP code 49071 is located in Mattawan, Michigan, within Van Buren County. With a population of 11,839, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.2 years. Economically, 49071 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $105,779 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49071 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $261,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,161 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 49071 is primarily White (92.40%). Residents are well-educated — 51.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.6%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49071 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 49071 in Mattawan, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,839 residents, a median household income of $105,779, and a median home value of $261,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.