| ZIP Code | 49401 |
|---|---|
| City | Allendale |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Ottawa County |
| Area Code | 231/616 |
| Elevation | 651 ft |
| Latitude | 42.977594 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.958569 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26139 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 21.6 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 22.5% ▲ 125% above avg |
| College Grads | 51.1% ▲ 32% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.4% ▲ 50% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,270 (22.2%) |
| Some College | 1,052 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 1,649 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,105 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,115 (40.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,020 ≈ Avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $298,700 ≈ Avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,083/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,083 |
| Vacant Units | 558 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,083 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 558 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 49401 is located in Allendale, Michigan, within Ottawa County. With a population of 28,941, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 21.6 years. Economically, 49401 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,020 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49401 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $298,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,083 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (55.9%) and renters (44.1%). Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 49401 is primarily White (88.86%). Residents are well-educated — 51.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.5%. Household income has grown by 56% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49401 stands at 7.4%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 49401 in Allendale, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a young community. With 28,941 residents, a median household income of $73,020, and a median home value of $298,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.