| ZIP Code | 49309 |
|---|---|
| City | Bitely |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Newaygo County |
| Area Code | 231 |
| Elevation | 874 ft |
| Latitude | 43.759789 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.876901 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26123 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.04 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.0% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 506 (41.1%) |
| Some College | 200 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 196 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 147 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 173 (14.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,976 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $124,600 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $713/mo ↓ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,025 |
| Vacant Units | 1,239 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.04 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,025 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,239 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.04 |
ZIP code 49309 is located in Bitely, Michigan, within Newaygo County. With a population of 1,608, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.4 years. Economically, 49309 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $42,976 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49309 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $124,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $713 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 49309 is primarily White (88.56%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.2%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49309 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 49309 in Bitely, MI is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,608 residents, a median household income of $42,976, and a median home value of $124,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.