| ZIP Code | 49417 |
|---|---|
| City | Grand Haven |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Ottawa County |
| Area Code | 616 |
| Elevation | 579 ft |
| Latitude | 43.009233 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.152022 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26139 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.1% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 85 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,560 (24.8%) |
| Some College | 2,461 (11%) |
| Associates | 3,299 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,475 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,541 (38.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,476 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $287,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,101/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,709 |
| Vacant Units | 1,128 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,709 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,128 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 49417 is located in Grand Haven, Michigan, within Ottawa County. With a population of 33,277, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.7 years. Economically, 49417 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,476 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49417 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $287,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,101 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 49417 is primarily White (88.89%). Residents are well-educated — 49.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49417 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 49417 in Grand Haven, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,277 residents, a median household income of $84,476, and a median home value of $287,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.