NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 49096

MI · Population: 2,976

B+
72/100
77
B+
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
57
C+
Quality of Life
77
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 49096

Zip code 49096 is located in Michigan and is home to approximately 2,976 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 72/100), 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 $68,641 and home values around $169,600, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 10.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 3.4%, which is near the national average.

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
$68,641
Home Value
$169,600
Rent
$931/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
10.3%
Unemployment
3.4%
Owner-Occupied
86.3%
Rent Burden
16.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life57C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy77B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall72B+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).