| ZIP Code | 49441 |
|---|---|
| City | Muskegon |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Muskegon County |
| Area Code | 231 |
| Elevation | 614 ft |
| Latitude | 43.179962 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.286824 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26121 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 9.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 43.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 164 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,110 (24.5%) |
| Some College | 4,030 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 3,785 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,649 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,196 (28.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,235 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $194,000 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,080/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,491 |
| Vacant Units | 1,665 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,491 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,665 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 49441 is located in Muskegon, Michigan, within Muskegon County. With a population of 36,703, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.2 years. Economically, 49441 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,235 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49441 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $194,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,080 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 49441 is primarily White (79.25%). Residents are well-educated — 43.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.6%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49441 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 49441 in Muskegon, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 36,703 residents, a median household income of $65,235, and a median home value of $194,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.