| ZIP Code | 49426 |
|---|---|
| City | Hudsonville |
| State | Michigan (MI) |
| County | Ottawa County |
| Area Code | 616 |
| Elevation | 643 ft |
| Latitude | 42.863317 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.887576 |
| Timezone | Detroit (DST) |
| FIPS | 26139 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.0 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.96 |
| Below Poverty | 3.8% ▼ 62% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.9% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 76 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,308 (21.6%) |
| Some College | 2,280 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 3,421 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,651 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,837 (44.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $106,981 ▲ 40% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $338,100 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,199/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,020 |
| Vacant Units | 553 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,020 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 553 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
ZIP code 49426 is located in Hudsonville, Michigan, within Ottawa County. With a population of 39,986, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35 years. Economically, 49426 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $106,981 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 49426 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $338,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,199 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 49426 is primarily White (91.77%). Residents are well-educated — 54.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.8%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 49426 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 49426 in Hudsonville, MI is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 39,986 residents, a median household income of $106,981, and a median home value of $338,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Michigan.