Zip Code 49087

MI · Population: 6,168

B+
76/100
64
B
Safety
88
A
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
76
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 49087

Zip code 49087 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 6,168 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 76/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $95,449 and home values around $268,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 42.9% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$95,449
Home Value
$268,100
Rent
$895/mo
Median Age
45
College Educated
42.9%
Unemployment
1.9%
Owner-Occupied
91.8%
Rent Burden
11.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety64BLower crime = higher score
Affordability88ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy76B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall76B+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).