| ZIP Code | 49455 |
|---|---|
| City | Shelby |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Oceana County |
| Area Code | 231 |
| Elevation | 960 ft |
| Latitude | 43.610287 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.378251 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26127 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.0% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 91 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,099 (35.5%) |
| Some College | 442 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 443 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 327 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 697 (22.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,640 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,900 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $697/mo ↓ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,733 |
| Vacant Units | 795 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,733 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 795 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 49455 is located in Shelby, Michigan, within Oceana County. With a population of 5,272, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 49455 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,640 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49455 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $144,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $697 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 49455 is majority White (65.86%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.3%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49455 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 49455 in Shelby, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,272 residents, a median household income of $65,640, and a median home value of $144,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.