| ZIP Code | 49504 |
|---|---|
| City | Grand Rapids |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Kent County |
| Area Code | 616 |
| Elevation | 721 ft |
| Latitude | 42.981579 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.7107 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 15.4% ▲ 54% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.7% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 412 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,198 (24.8%) |
| Some College | 2,972 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 3,487 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 1,889 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,005 (40.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,326 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $222,600 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,145/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,830 |
| Vacant Units | 1,491 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,830 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,491 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 49504 is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, within Kent County. With a population of 40,402, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.9 years. Economically, 49504 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,326 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49504 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $222,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,145 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.1%) and renters (42.0%). Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 49504 is primarily White (70.19%). Residents are well-educated — 47.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.4%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49504 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 49504 in Grand Rapids, MI is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 40,402 residents, a median household income of $68,326, and a median home value of $222,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.