| ZIP Code | 49456 |
|---|---|
| City | Spring Lake |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Ottawa County |
| Area Code | 616 |
| Elevation | 584 ft |
| Latitude | 43.091147 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.206467 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26139 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.4% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 49% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,800 (19.8%) |
| Some College | 1,476 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 1,584 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,715 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,524 (46.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,807 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $294,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,184/mo ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,776 |
| Vacant Units | 1,019 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,776 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,019 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 49456 is located in Spring Lake, Michigan, within Ottawa County. With a population of 19,972, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.2 years. Economically, 49456 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,807 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49456 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $294,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,184 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 49456 is primarily White (91.28%). Residents are well-educated — 58.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49456 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 49456 in Spring Lake, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,972 residents, a median household income of $85,807, and a median home value of $294,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.