| ZIP Code | 49202 |
|---|---|
| City | Jackson |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Jackson County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 932 ft |
| Latitude | 42.267206 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.41085 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 21.8% ▲ 118% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.1% ▼ 38% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.2% ▲ 68% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 74 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,423 (37.7%) |
| Some College | 2,073 (17.7%) |
| Associates | 2,336 (19.9%) |
| Bachelors | 948 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,883 (16%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $41,916 ▼ 45% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $104,100 ▼ 63% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $915/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,598 |
| Vacant Units | 863 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,598 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 863 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
ZIP code 49202 is located in Jackson, Michigan, within Jackson County. With a population of 18,763, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 49202 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $41,916 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49202 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $104,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $915 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.4%) and renters (45.6%). Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 49202 is primarily White (75.08%). Residents are less-educated — 24.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.8%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49202 stands at 8.2%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 49202 in Jackson, MI is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 18,763 residents, a median household income of $41,916, and a median home value of $104,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.