| ZIP Code | 49009 |
|---|---|
| City | Kalamazoo |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Kalamazoo County |
| Area Code | 269 |
| Elevation | 923 ft |
| Latitude | 42.303617 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.698025 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 11.0% ▲ 10% above avg |
| College Grads | 59.2% ▲ 53% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 137 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,282 (18.3%) |
| Some College | 2,612 (9%) |
| Associates | 3,763 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 2,682 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,440 (49.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,364 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $330,300 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,089/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,609 |
| Vacant Units | 1,413 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,609 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,413 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 49009 is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, within Kalamazoo County. With a population of 47,606, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 49009 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,364 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49009 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $330,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,089 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 49009 is primarily White (75.10%). Residents are well-educated — 59.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.0%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49009 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 49009 in Kalamazoo, MI is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 47,606 residents, a median household income of $82,364, and a median home value of $330,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.