| ZIP Code | 49240 |
|---|---|
| City | Grass Lake |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Jackson County |
| Area Code | 517 |
| Elevation | 996 ft |
| Latitude | 42.271975 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -84.179743 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 4.2% ▼ 59% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.6% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,873 (28.5%) |
| Some College | 746 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 1,089 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 760 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,109 (32%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,307 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $272,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,178/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,050 |
| Vacant Units | 288 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,050 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 288 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 49240 is located in Grass Lake, Michigan, within Jackson County. With a population of 9,206, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.6 years. Economically, 49240 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,307 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49240 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $272,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,178 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 49240 is primarily White (94.89%). Residents are well-educated — 43.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49240 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 49240 in Grass Lake, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,206 residents, a median household income of $95,307, and a median home value of $272,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.