Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 15.1% ▲ 51% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.7% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 839 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 19,847 (33.8%) |
| Some College | 9,051 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 9,736 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 6,278 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,897 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,130 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,465 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $947/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 41,508 |
| Vacant Units | 4,205 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Battle Creek is a city in Michigan, located in Calhoun County. The city spans 6 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 91,653 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 39.83 years.
Economically, Battle Creek is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $59,129 is below the national average. Approximately 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Battle Creek is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $142,465, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $946 per month. Homeownership is high at 69.1%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Battle Creek is moderately educated. 32.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — below the national average. The community is primarily White (71.54%).
Battle Creek, MI offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Michigan. Spread across 6 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49014 | 21,931 | $63,383 | $159,100 | $997 | 5.6% | 32.9% | 72.1% |
| 49015 | 29,013 | $67,719 | $171,000 | $980 | 5.3% | 40.9% | 70.5% |
| 49017 | 20,785 | $58,500 | $134,800 | $946 | 5.4% | 31.5% | 72.9% |
| 49037 | 19,924 | $42,598 | $90,600 | $843 | 11.7% | 21.7% | 59.8% |