| ZIP Code | 49091 |
|---|---|
| City | Sturgis |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | St. Joseph County |
| Area Code | 269 |
| Elevation | 929 ft |
| Latitude | 41.828331 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.447929 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26149 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 12.4% ▲ 24% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.1% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 277 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,065 (36.3%) |
| Some College | 1,539 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 1,597 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,250 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,456 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,000 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $173,800 ▼ 38% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $817/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,732 |
| Vacant Units | 1,218 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,732 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,218 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
ZIP code 49091 is located in Sturgis, Michigan, within St. Joseph County. With a population of 19,448, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 49091 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,000 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49091 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $173,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $817 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 49091 is primarily White (75.50%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.4%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49091 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 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 49091 in Sturgis, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,448 residents, a median household income of $65,000, and a median home value of $173,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.