Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 36.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 199 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,828 (33.8%) |
| Some College | 5,249 (15%) |
| Associates | 4,902 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 3,542 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,309 (26.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,617 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $242,427 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $973/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 22,423 |
| Vacant Units | 2,268 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Barry County is located in Michigan and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 52,374 residents. With a median age of 41.67, it is a middle-aged county.
Barry County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $80,616 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 7.6% is well below the national average.
Housing in Barry County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $242,427 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $972. Homeownership rates are high at 86.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Barry County are primarily White (92.33%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Barry County, MI is a middle-income area in Michigan. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49046 | Delton | 6,944 | $83,393 | $268,100 | $1,064 | 5.5% | 34.1% |
| 49050 | Dowling | 1,381 | $72,308 | $257,500 | $907 | 1.1% | 20.3% |
| 49325 | Freeport | 2,798 | $82,361 | $309,700 | $914 | 3.4% | 34.4% |
| 49058 | Hastings | 19,513 | $71,169 | $210,600 | $928 | 5.1% | 33.5% |
| 49060 | Hickory Corners | 2,750 | $115,802 | — | $742 | 2.3% | 69.9% |
| 49333 | Middleville | 12,448 | $95,577 | $295,900 | $1,129 | 2.0% | 45.2% |
| 49073 | Nashville | 4,853 | $61,484 | $165,400 | $861 | 12.3% | 21.7% |
| 48897 | Woodland | 1,687 | $69,674 | $208,000 | $811 | 5.6% | 26.6% |